Pro scans every minute· 119K campsites tracked

Moderate to BookNational Forest

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG, Colorado

Sold out? We check Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground for cancellations and email you the moment a site opens.

Cancellation alerts

Sold out for your dates?

ArriveLeave

Free to start. Email alerts included.

As of October 2026, Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground is a campground in Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Colorado with 24 campsites. Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

PermitSnag checks Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground for availability and tells alert holders when a site opens up.
Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground is located at 39.8417° N, 105.4942° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
Maximum reservations at once: 4 reservations
Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground

123456789101213141516171819202122232425

Standard 21
Tent 3

What an RV fits

25 ft1 site
30 ft7 sites
35 ft13 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, climbing, photography, stargazing, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the COLD loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	8	30 ft
002	Standard	8	30 ft
003	Standard	8	30 ft
004	Standard	8	35 ft
005	Standard	8	30 ft
006	Standard	8	35 ft
007	Standard	8	35 ft
008	Standard	8	35 ft
009	Standard	8	35 ft
010	Standard	8	35 ft
012	Standard	8	35 ft
013	Standard	8	30 ft
014	Standard	8	35 ft
015	Standard	8	35 ft
016	Standard	8	35 ft
017	Standard	8	35 ft
018	Standard	8	30 ft
019	Standard	8	35 ft
020	Tent	8	-
021	Tent	8	-
022	Tent	8	-
023	Standard	8	35 ft
024	Standard	8	30 ft
025	Standard	8	25 ft

About Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground

Overview

Cold Springs Campground is located on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, north of Blackhawk on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and off-road driving, and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.

Recreation

The surrounding area has many great hiking trails. There is an easy hiking trail out of the campground for families with small children. In addition, the short, but steep Vista Trail climbs just a quarter-mile but rewards hikers with spectacular views of the vast Mount Evans Wilderness Area and valley below.

Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, known as the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.

Facilities

There are 38 sites in the campground. Sites 1 through 5 are pull-over's with wooden retaining walls. You climb several steps to reach the picnic tables, fire rings and tent pads. These sites are not suitable for RVs with slide-outs. Sites 9 & 11 are pull-over's which also will not accommodate large RVs or slide-outs.

Each site has a picnic table and fire ring or grate. The maximum vehicle length that can be accommodated is 40 feet. Most sites are shaded and the interior roads are gravel. Water hydrants, tent pads, vault toilets and trash service are provided. There is a playground for small children.

Natural Features

The campground is located in a mountainside aspen and lodgepole pine forest, at an elevation of 9,200 feet.

Nearby Attractions

The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. Popular events held in the town include Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals.

Golden Gate Canyon State Park is just seven miles away. The scenic park offers over 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and horseback riding are allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond in the park is open to fishing.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

Charges & Cancellations

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Rules and notices at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

No RV water connections are available.

This is bear country! For bear and human safety, keep a clean campsite and do not place food or other attractants in your tent. For more information about visiting bear country, contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife at http://wildlife.state.co.us

Sites 1-5, 9 and 10 will not accommodate RVs with slide-outs

Utility hookups are not available

The campground has limited first-come, first-served sites

https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest

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 dontmovefirewood.org.

You must stay on the site you reserved. This is a busy place and site swapping is not allowed.

All campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of the beginning of the reservation. If not present the site will be rented by first come first serve basis.

EXTRA VEHICLE FEES: One vehicle is included in your reservation. Any additional vehicles will be charged $8.00 per vehicle per night and will be collected by the camp host if you did not pay for the Extra Vehicle Add On. One vehicle consists of one camper being towed by vehicle, or any other vehicle towed behind camper. One van or one truck with camper attached counts as one vehicle. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur at your site.

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.

Tents must fit on tent pads provided. RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Driving or parking off road is not permitted. The parking length ranges from 25 to 50 feet.

Pets must be on a hand-held leash.

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Check-Out is at 12 P.M.

Check-In is at 2 P.M.

Recreation.gov permit and campground cancellations →

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground?

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 24 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground have?

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (Co) Campground has 24 campsites.