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Headquarters

48 sites · RVs, Tents In Yampa River State Park

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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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Ute Lodge - At the End of the Road

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents300 acres · Meeker, CO

The Ute Lodge was homesteaded in the 1930’s by Joe Fox who after leaving the military came west to settle in the White River valley. Joe was known for his friendliness, hospitality and wild stories. Today you might find much of the same. From Joe’s day to today it is a place where families come together to get away. The Ute Lodge is now owned by Karl and Mona Maser who celebrated 20 years of ownership summer of 2019! All summer our cabins are filled with guests from all over the US as well as international travelers. One of our favorite things about the summer is our weekly potlucks where we all share an outdoor meal. All of our visitors have a standing invitation to join us around the community campfire at night. From our beautiful private lake (where you can paddle-board, kayak and fish), to immediate access to the Papoose and Crooks Park Trails on National Forest land, as well as the vast variety of wildlife that roams around, you can find what you need here to unplug and get away from it all.

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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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Trail and Hitch Tiny Home Hotel

54 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Meeker, CO

Trail and Hitch Tiny Home Hotel and RV Park is on 20 acres with the 8 tiny homes on the back of the property. The land is across the White River, 2 miles from downtown Meeker, a bike ride away from mountain biking trails and ON 250 miles of OHV trails. The 8 tiny homes are spread out in a circle surrounding 2 large firepits and a covered deck with a long farmhouse table. The tiny homes can be booked individually or as a group of 4 or 8.

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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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Riverfront Retreat

1 site · RV7 acres · Meeker, CO

Nearly 7 acres overlooking the White River on the edge of White River National Forest. 1/4 mile of private fishing bordering a wildlife preserve which offers nearly another mile of public fishing on the White River and Coal Creek. Take your UTV/ATV to town or for a day ride upriver directly from the campsite as the camp is situated on the OHV trail that extends from town (2 miles from the campsite) to the White River National Forest (more than 40 miles up the river). Raft or tube to town or just to the bridge below the property. Incredible views and wildlife galore. Turkeys often rest in the trees across the river, and it is not uncommon to watch deer tangle antlers during the rut. Eagles nest in the trees across the river and are often seen fishing from the trees directly across from the campsite. The sunsets from this campsite will leave you breathless. Nothing better than camping, relaxing or fishing on the White River!

The best camping near Yampa River State Park guide

Overview

About

Stretching for 134 miles along the Yampa River, this state park attracts boaters, hunters, anglers, and whitewater rafters, particularly in the warm summer months. There are 12 river access points in the park, seven of which have boat ramps, plus a handful of primitive camping areas. The developed Headquarters campground is set right by the visitor center near Hayden, Colorado. Overnight options include a mix of drive-in electric sites suitable for RVs, and walk-in tent sites, plus a couple of tipis. Other facilities include a dump station, coin-operated showers, and laundry facilities.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Campsites and tipis at Headquarters can be reserved through Colorado Parks and Wildlife online reservation system or over the phone.
Reservations can be made up to six months in advance.
If you can't get a reservation at Yampa, enquire about one of the four primitive camping sites available along the river—these are located 12 to 32 miles away from the Headquarters campground.
More camping is also available at Elkhead Reservoir State Park, Moffat County's Loudy Simpson Park, and at privately owned Hip camps in the area.

When to go

Yampa River State Park is best visited from May through September, when the weather is generally warm and pleasant; just be aware that low water levels in late summer can lead to voluntary fishing closures. The campground at Headquarters usually stops taking reservations around the beginning of November, depending on hunting season, although the water supply is sometimes cut off earlier if temperatures drop too low. The campground generally reopens for the year by Memorial Day Weekend, or earlier if the weather is hot enough.

Know before you go

You can fill up your gas tank and pick up basic supplies in the town of Hayden, a five-minute drive from the Headquarters campground.
There's a Visitor Center with a bookstore and a nature trail with an observation deck near the Headquarters campground.
During periods of high fire risk, the use of campfires and charcoal grills may be restricted or prohibited. The segment of the Yampa River that flows through the park offers mostly Class I and II rapids, though there are some Class III-V rapids in stretches.
Parking fees are not included in the price of camping reservations. Daily and annual parking passes are available for purchase online or in person.