The best camping near Steamboat Lake State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Steamboat Lake State Park adventure.

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A relaxing oasis with plenty of opportunities for year-round outdoor fun.

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Public campgrounds in the park

Top-rated campgrounds near Steamboat Lake State Park

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Buffalo Ranch

1 site · RV, Tent35 acres · Steamboat Springs, CO

35 acres with access off highway 40, 30 amp electrical hookup available, 15 miles to Steamboat Springs and the 20 miles to the ski resort. Property is directly across from yampa river and the nature conservatory land. Welding fabrication shop based on property but we are happy to help with any repairs . Large flat meadows in the front by the highway with wolf creek and trails on the west side of the property. Just a short 7 mile drive to Hayden and the Yampa Valley Airport

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22 West Cabins & Recreation

6 sites · Lodging400 acres · Walden, CO

22 West Cabins & RecreationWhere the deer and the antelope play.We are at the foot of the less-traveled East side of the Mount Zirkel Wilderness area within Routt National Forest22 West is a guest resort with a selection of cabin rentals, each of which fitting a variety of demands in unforgettable settings.We also provide a network of exclusive trails and private access to Routt National ForestAll of which culminates in an experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.

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Mtn. View Sheep Wagon

1 site · Lodging56 acres · Walden, CO

We are located 4 miles from Routt National Forest. You'll arrive at the ranch headquarters and we will either take you to the sheep wagon or give you directions to it. The sheep wagon is nestled in an Aspen grove (on 56 acres) with a creek just 12 feet away. From there, you are 1/4 mile away from the national forest and the wilderness. There are thousands of acres to explore, either by hiking , biking or horseback riding. You are also just minutes away from great trout fishing lakes and streams. While here ask about ranch tours and visiting with our sheep, horses, cows and chickens! There will be cattle or sheep on the property with the sheep wagon. Please note that cell phone service is very limited in the area.

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The Lodges of Oak Creek

16 sites · Lodging10 acres · Oak Creek, CO

The Lodges of Oak Creek is a family owned boutique motel and resort in Oak Creek, CO. Our location is perfect for guests looking to enjoy Steamboat Springs and all the Yampa Valley has to offer. Clean, Affordable Lodging Near Steamboat Springs Our resort offers an affordable, clean, and cozy place to relax in between whatever adventures you decide to embark upon in the area. The boutique motel rooms are fully updated and well maintained. We offer standard, deluxe, double kitchenette, king kitchenette rooms and cottages. Additionally, our resort offers a limited number of sites for RVs. Please contact us to learn more about pricing for the RV sites.

Deer Tracks RV And Camping

1 site · Lodging39 acres · Craig, CO

Super private 39 acres with gorgeous views only 5 miles from town (about a 15 minute drive due to private road). Options to stay in our completely furnished 44’ 5th wheel onsite that sleeps 4 or a 30amp hookup for your own rig or abundant areas to dry camp or tent camp on the property. Lots of deer, antelope and other wildlife on the property. Pets and children welcome.

Boyer YL Ranch

5 sites · LodgingDixon, WY

Our Mission & Story The YL Ranch is a welcoming and inclusive restorative guest ranch seeking to reestablish our connection to one another, community, nature, and the outdoors. The YL is a sanctuary for the weary, a retreat, and a place to be whole again, inspiring creatives and explorers. In 2018, Jock and Kimberly opened the ranch gate to guests, reunions, retreats, camps, and other special events. In 2022, we welcomed the launch of the Wyoming Backcountry Discovery Route and the many adventure motorcyclists from around the world! In 2017, Jonathan Boyer and his wife, Kimberly Coats, returned to their ranch in Wyoming. The YL was Jock’s childhood home. They had spent the previous decade in Rwanda running the Rwandan National Cycling Team. Jock’s boyhood dream has always been to return to the ranch and share its special gifts with friends and guests from around the world. The YL Ranch has been in the Boyer family since 1905. Jock and Kimberly look forward to welcoming you with their own unique style of warm Wyoming hospitality. The YL is open year-round and can accommodate up to 25-30 guests in summer and 20 in winter. Enter the YL and experience all the joys of ranch life and outdoor adventure – cycling (road, mountain, and gravel), fishing, tennis, swimming, and gourmet (sometimes fireside) meals.

The best camping near Steamboat Lake State Park guide

Overview

About

Located at the base of Hahn’s Peak just north of the town of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Steamboat Lake State Park offers year-round recreation and plenty of camp spots. Water skiing and jet skiing are popular activities on the lake and many of the coves and inlets are restricted to wakeless boating making it a great spot for paddle sports. Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing are the big draws in winter. Steamboat Lake offers both electric and non-electric campsites during the main season and fourteen RV sites with hookups during the winter months.

Notable campgrounds

Best for boaters: Dutch Hill Campground
Best for hikers: Sunrise Vista Campground

Tips for snagging a campsite

Reservations are strongly recommended during the summer months and can be made up to six months in advance through the park’s website or over the phone. Reservations are only available September 30 through the week before Memorial Day—the rest of the season they are first-come, first-served.
For easy access to the water, book one of the waterside tent-only sites on Bridge Island.
Ten simple camping cabins are available for rent year-round and can be reserved through the Steamboat Lake Marina. They sleep up to six people, and some are pet-friendly. Campers must bring their own bedding.

When to go

Steamboat Lake State Park is open year-round. Summer is the most popular time to visit but the park can also be busy on weekends during the winter months. The drive from Steamboat Springs to Steamboat Lake is one of the best places to spot fall colors and colors typically peak between mid-September and early October. Winter campsites with electric hookups are available on a first-come, first-served basis in the Marina parking lot and the camping cabins are heated but require a 100-yard walk from the parking area in winter.

Know before you go

Campsites include picnic tables, fire rings, and some offer electric hookups. Coin-operated showers, flush toilets, and laundry services are available at the Camper Services Building.
Pets are welcome as long as they are well-behaved and on a leash. They are not allowed at the swimming beach.
The marina store sells basic camping supplies, firewood, and snacks.
Pontoon boat, canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals are available at the Steamboat Lake Marina. Reservations are highly recommended.
If you bring your own boat, be aware that all vessels need to be inspected for invasive species before launching. Inspection stations are located at Dutch Hill and Placer Cover.