Facility Details - HEATON BAY, CO

Overview

Heaton Bay Campground is situated at an elevation of 9,000 feet and centrally located for recreation and relaxation in the White River National Forest.

There is little or no shade in the campground due to pine beetle infestation and the removal of hazard trees, but the sites offer open views to Dillon Reservoir and several mountain ranges.

Natural Features:

In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting 8 wilderness areas, 4 defined seasons, and 10 peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation.

Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.

Recreation:

Dillon Reservoir is 3,233 acres with 26.8 miles of shoreline, offering an ideal spot for fishing, boating, and sailing. The reservoir supports a healthy population of rainbow and brown trout, in addition to a few cutthroat finding their way into the lake from feeder streams.

Opportunities for hiking and biking in this area include more than 7 paved miles of the 50-mile Summit County trail system.

The Old Dillon Reservoir Trail is a favorite. This short, easy trail has spectacular views of the Tenmile Range and the Continental Divide.

For those wanting a bit more solitude, hiking in the Ptarmigan Wilderness area is a wonderful escape from the crowds.

Facilities:

Heaton Bay Campground has 58 sites, able to accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. Tent-only sites are available.

The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water. Guests can fill their RV tanks. Electrical hook-ups are available for a fee at several of the sites.

Firewood is for sale from hosts at the campground.

Boat ramp access is available in the marinas located in the nearby towns of Frisco and Dillon.

Nearby Attractions:

Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Breckenridge, and Copper Mountain ski resorts are all located within 10 miles from Dillon Reservoir. These resorts stay open year round.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Birding Boating Campfire Rings Drinking Water Electric Hookups Firewood Fishing Hiking Lake Access	Parking Area Picnic Area RV sites Sailing Tent sites Trails Vault Toilets Water Spigot Wildlife Viewing
Within 10 Miles
Boat Ramp Grocery Store	Marina Restaurant

Know Before You Go

This facility is operated by White River Recreation, a division of California Land Management and your comments are appreciated; comment forms are available from campground hosts or on CLM's website.
RV campers may fill their water tanks at the facility
Body contact with reservoir prohibited; no swimming, water skiing, jetskiing, or scuba diving
Several campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis
Passport holders must present Golden Age/Access Passport on site or they will be required to pay the full fee
Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails
In accordance with standard industry practices, there will be a $5 additional vehicle fee on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicles in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered as 1 vehicle for determining additional vehicle fees. The third and fourth motorcycle would also be considered as 1 vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.
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Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
39.605, -106.07778
39°36'18"N, 106°4'40"W

From I-70, take Frisco exit to 203. Turn left onto the Dillon Dam Road. Travel northeast for 1 mile. The campground will be on the right hand side of the road.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

HEATON BAY
WHITE RIVER
CO

Phone Number:

Information: (970)927-0107

HEATON BAY, CO