West Chicago Creek Campground
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG, Colorado
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As of October 2026, West Chicago Creek Campground is a campground in Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Colorado with 12 campsites. West Chicago Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- West Chicago Creek Campground is located at 39.6790° N, 105.6574° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
West Chicago Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
- Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
- Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival
Published by Recreation.gov for West Chicago Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at West Chicago Creek Campground
- Standard 9
- Tent 2
- RV 1
What an RV fits
- 32 ft8 sites
- 40 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography, stargazing, offroad.
All sites at West Chicago Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the WEST loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 004 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 005 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 006 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 007 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 008 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 009 | Standard | 8 | 32 ft |
| 010 | RV | 8 | 32 ft |
| 011 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 012 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 013 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 016 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
About West Chicago Creek Campground
Overview
West Chicago Creek Campground sits along its namesake creek at the base of Mount Blue Sky and is located off Highway 103 on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests in central Colorado. It is a popular facility for hiking and fishing enthusiasts.
Recreation
The area provides easy access to many hiking trails that lead into the Mount Evans Wilderness. West Chicago Creek offers good fishing for rainbow, brown and brook trout.
Facilities
There are 15 sites available all suitable for RV and tent camping. Each site contains a tent pad, picnic table, charcoal grill and fire ring. Other amenities include a vault toilet, water spigot and trash dumpster. There are no RV hook-ups. Firewood is available for sale during peak season at the campground.
Natural Features
The campground sits at an elevation of 9,600 feet in an aspen and lodgepole pine forest.
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland are located in the foothills and slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The forests and grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border, south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.
The area encompasses mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows visitors to drive from 10,500' to 14,130' above sea level in just 14 miles.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Idaho Springs, a former mining town, makes for a nice outing. History buffs will appreciate the Argo Gold Mine and Mill Museum.
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 West Chicago Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check West Chicago Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
The well is not working. Please bring all the water you will need for your stay. RV electric, water and sewer connections are not available.
Limited first-come, first-served sites 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
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp to learn more about the Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland.
The area does not offer off-highway vehicle (OHV) trails and OHVs are not allowed in the campground.
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 the 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 30 to 45 feet.
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.
West Chicago Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at West Chicago Creek Campground?
West Chicago Creek Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at West Chicago Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at West Chicago Creek 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 West Chicago Creek Campground have?
West Chicago Creek Campground has 12 campsites.
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