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Prospector Campground

White River National Forest, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Prospector Campground is a campground in White River National Forest, Colorado with 105 campsites. Prospector Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Prospector Campground is located at 39.5958° N, 106.0344° W.

people allowed on each site: 10

Prospector Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (100 sites)

100 sites open on Oct 1 at Prospector 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 consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days

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

Campsites at Prospector Campground

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Standard 105

What an RV fits

15–19 ft3 sites
20–24 ft13 sites
25–29 ft7 sites
30–34 ft16 sites
35–39 ft18 sites
40–44 ft22 sites
45–49 ft9 sites
50–54 ft11 sites
55–59 ft1 site
60–64 ft3 sites
65–69 ft1 site
70–74 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

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

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

All sites at Prospector Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	A	Standard	10	40 ft
002	A	Standard	10	35 ft
003	A	Standard	10	26 ft
004	A	Standard	10	50 ft
005	A	Standard	10	35 ft
006	A	Standard	10	45 ft
007	A	Standard	10	40 ft
008	A	Standard	10	32 ft
009	A	Standard	10	40 ft
010	A	Standard	10	40 ft
011	A	Standard	10	45 ft
012	A	Standard	10	40 ft
013	B	Standard	10	55 ft
014	B	Standard	10	44 ft
015	B	Standard	10	70 ft
016	B	Standard	10	40 ft
017	B	Standard	10	64 ft
018	B	Standard	10	65 ft
019	B	Standard	10	40 ft
020	B	Standard	10	50 ft
021	B	Standard	10	50 ft
022	B	Standard	10	40 ft
023	B	Standard	10	35 ft
024	B	Standard	10	32 ft
026	B	Standard	10	30 ft
027	B	Standard	10	50 ft
028	C	Standard	10	50 ft
029	C	Standard	10	26 ft
030	C	Standard	10	50 ft
031	C	Standard	10	33 ft
032	C	Standard	10	50 ft
033	C	Standard	10	42 ft
034	C	Standard	10	50 ft
035	C	Standard	10	45 ft
036	C	Standard	10	44 ft
037	C	Standard	10	60 ft
038	C	Standard	10	32 ft
039	C	Standard	10	40 ft
040	C	Standard	10	42 ft
041	C	Standard	10	60 ft
042	C	Standard	10	40 ft
043	C	Standard	10	38 ft
044	C	Standard	10	35 ft
045	C	Standard	10	50 ft
046	C	Standard	10	36 ft
047	D	Standard	10	32 ft
048	D	Standard	10	38 ft
049	D	Standard	10	20 ft
050	D	Standard	10	38 ft
051	D	Standard	10	50 ft
052	D	Standard	10	36 ft
053	D	Standard	10	48 ft
054	D	Standard	10	18 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
055	D	Standard	10	32 ft
056	D	Standard	10	20 ft
057	D	Standard	10	20 ft
058	D	Standard	10	40 ft
059	D	Standard	10	30 ft
060	D	Standard	10	28 ft
061	D	Standard	10	25 ft
062	D	Standard	10	24 ft
063	D	Standard	10	16 ft
064	D	Standard	10	30 ft
065	D	Standard	10	32 ft
066	D	Standard	10	38 ft
068	D	Standard	10	30 ft
069	D	Standard	10	20 ft
070	D	Standard	10	40 ft
071	D	Standard	10	38 ft
072	D	Standard	10	21 ft
073	D	Standard	10	20 ft
074	D	Standard	10	45 ft
075	D	Standard	10	34 ft
076	D	Standard	10	20 ft
077	D	Standard	10	35 ft
078	D	Standard	10	32 ft
079	D	Standard	10	22 ft
080	D	Standard	10	40 ft
081	E	Standard	10	42 ft
082	E	Standard	10	42 ft
083	E	Standard	10	36 ft
084	E	Standard	10	40 ft
085	E	Standard	10	22 ft
086	E	Standard	10	40 ft
087	E	Standard	10	35 ft
088	E	Standard	10	38 ft
089	E	Standard	10	25 ft
090	E	Standard	10	34 ft
091	E	Standard	10	38 ft
092	E	Standard	10	30 ft
093	E	Standard	10	20 ft
094	E	Standard	10	48 ft
095	E	Standard	10	40 ft
096	E	Standard	10	18 ft
097	E	Standard	10	28 ft
098	E	Standard	10	35 ft
099	E	Standard	10	24 ft
100	E	Standard	10	32 ft
101	E	Standard	10	46 ft
102	E	Standard	10	25 ft
103	E	Standard	10	22 ft
104	E	Standard	10	36 ft
105	E	Standard	10	45 ft
106	E	Standard	10	50 ft
107	E	Standard	10	45 ft

About Prospector Campground

Overview

At an elevation of 9,000 feet, Prospector Campground is in the heart of Summit County in the White River National Forest.

The sites offer open views to Dillon Reservoir and several mountain ranges, an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation.

Due to the pine beetle infestation and removal of hazard trees, there is little or no shade in the campground.

Recreation

Dillon Reservoir, often referred to as Lake Dillon, is the greatest draw to this campground. At 3,233 acres and 26.8 miles of shoreline, Dillon Reservoir is an ideal spot for fishing, boating, and sailing. The reservoir supports a healthy population of rainbow trout and brown trout. Occasionally, a few cutthroat trout make their way into the lake from feeder streams.

Opportunities for hiking and biking include more than 7 paved miles of the 50-mile Summit County trail system.

From the reservoir, the Old Dillon Reservoir trail is a favorite. This short, easy trail has spectacular views of the Tenmile Range and the Continental Divide. The Old Dillon Reservoir was built in the 1930s to supply water to the original town of Dillon, which is now covered by the new Dillon Reservoir.

For those wanting a bit more solitude, hiking in the Ptarmigan Wilderness area is a wonderful escape from the crowds.

Facilities

Prospector Campground has 105 sites, able to accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. Roads and spurs are not paved.

The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water. No electrical hook-ups are available. Firewood is for sale from hosts at the campground.

Boat ramp access is available in the marinas located in the nearby towns of Frisco and Dillon.

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 8 wilderness areas, 4

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. 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

Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Breckenridge, and Copper Mountain ski resorts are all located within 10 miles from Dillon Reservoir. These resorts stay open year round.

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 Prospector Campground

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

Body contact with reservoir prohibited; no swimming, water skiing, jetskiing, or scuba diving in the lake

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.

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

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Prospector Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Prospector Campground?

Prospector Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 105 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Prospector Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Prospector 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 Prospector Campground have?

Prospector Campground has 105 campsites.