Pines Campground (CO)

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Key facts

Where is it?

Part of: Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG (USDA Forest Service).

What facilities are there?

Pines Campground Offers two Toilets and Trash Services. Drinking water is available at Aspen Campground, about 2 miles away

About — from the official source

Overview The recently renovated Pines Campground offers a scenic setting in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of North Western Colorado. The campground is located in Routt National Forest at an elevation of 9,160-ft., and is at the base of Owl Mountain with easy access to OHV and Wilderness trails Recreation This campground offers access to many recreational opportunities for the adventurer. OHV and Wilderness hiking are the two most popular options. OHV options include skill levels from beginner to expert riding. For those looking to take it easy, use the Forest Road 740 for scenic forest riding. For those looking for more of a challenge, use the Silver Creek road (780) or Calamity Pass. Those looking for wilderness access, use the Silver Creek, South Fork, Jack Park, Jack Creek, Illinois River, or Illinois Pass Trail Heads. All of these trail heads take you into the Never Summer Wilderness which is the back side of Rocky National Park. Facilities Pines Campground Offers two Toilets and Trash Services. Drinking water is available at Aspen Campground, about 2 miles away Nearby Attractions The closest town is Walden, Colorado, about 35 miles from the campsite. Here they offer a public dump station and potable water fill all free of charge. Owl Mountain summit sits at 10,956 feet and is easily accessible by high clearance vehicles.

Fees

Campsites are $20/night. Payment can be made in person at the self-serve kiosk upon arrival

Reservations

This facility is listed as reservable on Recreation.gov.

Contact

Phone: (970) 723-2700 Parks Ranger District
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