Yampa River State Park

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates seasonally and is currently closed during winter months.

About

Yampa River State Park Headquarters Campground is located along the Yampa River near Hayden in northwest Colorado, serving as the developed hub of a state park system that spans 134 miles along the Yampa River. The headquarters campground offers 50 total sites including 35 RV sites with electric hookups, 14 basic tent-only sites, 2 tipi sites, and 5 group camping areas. The campground provides modern amenities including potable water hydrants, a dump station, restrooms with showers, and laundry facilities. The park's visitor center is located at the headquarters and offers information about the Yampa River corridor, which features 13 different river access points stretching from Hayden to the eastern boundary of Dinosaur National Monument. In addition to the developed headquarters campground, the park system includes several primitive camping areas at locations like Duffy Mountain, Juniper Canyon, Maybell Bridge, East Cross Mountain, and Deerlodge Park, offering more remote camping experiences along the river. The headquarters area provides easy river access via a boat ramp, a nature trail, and a playground. The Yampa River is known for excellent fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing opportunities. The campground operates seasonally and requires advance reservations through the Colorado Parks and Wildlife reservation system.

Directions

Located at 6185 W US Highway 40 in Hayden, Colorado. The headquarters campground is accessible directly off Highway 40, west of Steamboat Springs.

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