Part of White River National Forest
South Fork Campground in the White River National Forest offers a scenic camping experience along the South Fork of the White River. Approximately 7,600 ft nestled in the South Fork Valley. Offers 18 sites suitable for tents, trailers, RVs, and equestrian rigs.
The campground has well maintained gravel roads and parking spurs, with cement pads at individual campsites. Vault toilets and trash services are available. There is no potable water or hookups. Sites have picnic tables and fire-rings. It's a popular spot for tubing and swimming in the river. There is also excellent fly-fishing access along the South Fork of the White River right beside the campground.
South Fork Campground in the White River National Forest offers a scenic camping experience along the South Fork of the White River. Approximately 7,600 ft nestled in the South Fork Valley. Offers 18 sites suitable for tents, trailers, or RVs.
The campground has well maintained gravel roads and parking spurs. Vault toilets and trash services are available. There is no potable water or hookups. Sites have picnic tables and fire rings. It's a popular spot for tubing and swimming in the river. There is also excellent fishing access along the South Fork of the White River right beside the campground.
South Fork Campground in White River National Forest is situated amongst spruce, cottonwood, and willow trees, offering shaded campsites alongside the South Fork of the White River. Moose, elk and deer are known to frequent the area. The campground provides access to hiking trails. Spring Cave is close to the campground.
The South Fork Campground in White River National Forest offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and horseback riding, with access to the South Fork of the White River and the Flat Tops Wilderness. The campground is situated among cottonwoods and willows, and moose, elk and deer may be seen in the area. Caving in Spring Cave is allowed with a registration permit.
Located adjacent to the Flat Tops Wilderness, the area around South Fork Campground is crisscrossed with numerous trails suitable for various skill levels.
Trail Access: South Fork Trail #1827, Spring Cave Trail #1834, Cliff Lake Trail #1831, Fowler Bench Trail #2253, Fowler Creek Trail #2254, Hill Creek Trail #2255. Peltier Lake Trail #1826, Oyster Lake Trail #1825
Spring Cave is a short hike from the campground across the river ¾ of a mile open April 15 th through August 15 th. Be sure to check local regulations and complete a cave registration form at a ranger district office prior to entering the cave.
Trappers Lake is further up County Road 8 and is a popular spot for fishing and is surrounded by the Flat Tops Mountains.
Campers must occupy the site the first night at a campsite. This prevents booking the site for Fri-Sun and showing up on Saturday.
Campers may leave the site for 24 hours and must occupy the site otherwise. This allows a camper to say go for an overnight backpack trip in the woods for one night and come back to their campsite the next day.
Please Note: One RV with tow per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accomidate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.
Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning, equipment and tires before using lakes or trails.
Reserved Sites: Will be held until check out time (11:00am) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of the following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dont move firewood
Any accepted passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
Pets are welcome but need to be on a leash and accompanied by owner at all times.
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Check in time is 2:00pm and Check out time is 11:00am
It is imperative that you are clear from the site at 11:00am on your check out day so the host can come prepare the site for the next event. Please don't be the group that makes the incoming group have to wait.
Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.WhiteRiver.Blanco@AmericanLL.com
<p>The South Fork Campground is located 29 miles east of Meeker, CO. From Meeker, take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mile, then turn right (east) on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow this for 18 miles. Turn south and Rio Blanco County Road 10 for 2 miles, jog north .25 miles, then continue east for 10 miles to the campground. Horse trailer parking is available to the east just after entering the campground.</p>
Phone: 970-878-4039