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Blue River Campground (Co) in Colorado
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Blue River Campground (Co)

White River National Forest, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Blue River Campground (Co) is a campground in White River National Forest, Colorado with 22 campsites. Blue River Campground (Co) is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Blue River Campground (Co) is located at 39.7260ยฐ N, 106.1311ยฐ W.
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Blue River Campground (Co) reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Blue River Campground (Co), read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Blue River Campground (Co)

  • Standard 19
  • Tent 3

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water
  • food storage lockers

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography, stargazing.

All sites at Blue River Campground (Co), as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Blue River loop.

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About Blue River Campground (Co)

Overview

Blue River Campground is located 10 minutes north of Silverthorne on Highway 9 in White River National Forest. This cozy campground is located between Lake Dillon and Green Mountain Reservoirs along the banks of the Blue River. With breath taking scenery and the sound of the flowing river, this is a favorite spot for many.

Recreation

Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the White River National Forest is one of the top recreation forests in the nation. Anglers will find populations of rainbow and brown trout when casting their lines out into the water. River access through the campground is for paid campers only. Boating, kayaking, paddleboarding and endless miles of hiking trails are within a short drive in either direction from the campground.

Facilities

Blue River Campground has 24 standard sites suitable for tents and smaller trailers. Vault toilets are provided. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and bear box.

Natural Features

In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined seasons and ten peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation. The White River National Forest was established in 1891 as the White River Plateau Timber Reserve; the second such reserve to be named in the United States. In 1905, the newly formed Forest Service was given authority of the reserve. Long before this designation, the area was home to the Ute Indians who followed herds of elk and bison on their seasonal migrations. Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Rules and notices at Blue River Campground (Co)

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Blue River Campground (Co) on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Site access is difficult when road is wet. Site closure may occur due to flooding.

No drinking water available at this campground

No public river access through the campground.

All food, beverages, trash and scented items must be properly stored when not attended. Bear-proof trash receptacles are provided at the campground.

Two pets per site and must be leashed at all times.

Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.

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.

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (ELEVEN) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

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.

Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.

Click here for more information about White River National Forest

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.

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.Dillon@AmericanLL.com

Blue River Campground (Co) FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Blue River Campground (Co)?

Blue River Campground (Co) is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 22 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Blue River Campground (Co)?

Cancellations happen frequently at Blue River Campground (Co), 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 Blue River Campground (Co) have?

Blue River Campground (Co) has 22 campsites.

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