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Gore Creek Campground

White River National Forest, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Gore Creek Campground is a campground in White River National Forest, Colorado with 24 campsites. Gore Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Gore Creek Campground is located at 39.6275° N, 106.2725° W.

people allowed on each site: 10

Gore Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (16 sites)

16 sites open on Oct 1 at Gore Creek Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 05:14 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply
Maximum per transaction: 4 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for Gore Creek Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Gore Creek Campground

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Standard 15
Tent 9

What an RV fits

35 ft15 sites

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

Things to do: fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, stargazing, horse riding.

All sites at Gore Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
01	Standard	10	35 ft
02	Standard	10	35 ft
03	Standard	10	35 ft
04	Standard	10	35 ft
05	Standard	10	35 ft
06	Tent	10	-
07	Standard	10	35 ft
08	Standard	10	35 ft
09	Standard	10	35 ft
10	Standard	10	35 ft
11	Standard	10	35 ft
12	Standard	10	35 ft
13	Standard	10	35 ft
14	Standard	10	35 ft
15	Standard	10	35 ft
16	Standard	10	35 ft
18	Tent	10	-
19	Tent	10	-
20	Tent	10	-
21	Tent	10	-
22	Tent	10	-
23	Tent	10	-
24	Tent	10	-
25	Tent	10	-

About Gore Creek Campground

Overview

Gore Creek Campground is situated six miles east of Vail, Colorado, at an elevation of 8,700 feet and centrally located for recreation and relaxation in the White River National Forest.

Recreation

The Gore Creek campground is located along Gore Creek in a forested setting near the boundary of the Eagles Nest Wilderness. This is the closest campground to the town of Vail and there are several trailheads nearby into the Eagles Nest Wilderness; all wilderness regulations must be observed when traveling in the wilderness (foot and horse travel only). The campground is also located at the west end of the paved Vail Pass/Tenmile Canyon recreation trail open to foot traffic and bicycles.

Facilities

The campground offers 16 back-in sites, eight walk-in tent sites; number 18 is a fully accessible tent site, four handicapped accessible bathrooms and bear-resistant food lockers. Parking spurs for campsites are up to 35 feet long. RVs longer than this would not fit in this campground.

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 10 peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation.

Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Black bear and mule deer are common. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

The nearby town of Vail is a popular destination for visitors to the area. From downhill skiing and world-class fly fishing, to dining and resorts, there are a multitude of outdoor and indoor opportunities in this resort mountain town.

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 Gore Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Gore Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Please Note: One RV with tow 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.

Black bears are prevalent in the area and all food or other attractants must be properly stored (per the White River National Forest regulation). All food, beverages, trash and scented items must be properly stored when not attended. Bear-proof food lockers are provided at each site and bear-proof trash receptacles are provided at the campground.

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails

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.

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.

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.

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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.HolyCross@AmericanLL.com

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Gore Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Gore Creek Campground?

Gore Creek 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 Gore Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Gore 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 Gore Creek Campground have?

Gore Creek Campground has 24 campsites.