White River National Forest manages Camp Hale Pond Fishing Pier, a US Forest Service campground positioned near Red Cliff, Colorado. The facility centers around fishing access to an on-site pond, with established campsites designed for overnight stays. Forest Service management typically means vault toilets and basic amenities rather than full hookups.
The campground sits just 0.4 miles from Camp Hale Memorial, creating options for campers exploring this section of the national forest. Anglers can expect pond fishing opportunities directly from the camping area, while the established campground status suggests defined sites and fire rings for camping near Red Cliff.
Description
The Camp Hale Pond is located on the south end of the Camp Hale National Historic Site which is a flat valley floor surrounded by mountain peaks. The Camp Hale Pond is stocked with trout by the Colorado Division of Wildlife and the pier is Accessible. The headwaters of the Eale River, and numerous beaver ponds, also offer nearby trout fishing.
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Location
Public CampgroundCamp Hale Pond Fishing Pier is located in Colorado
Directions
Off Interstate 70, take Exit 171 for Minturn and Hwy 24. Turn right and continue about 17 miles to Camp Hale, passing through Minturn. The Pond is on the left shortly after passing the main Camp Hale entrance marked by stone pillars.
Coordinates
39.42515564 N
106.32010555 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 58 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 8 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 43 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 2 hrs 43 min from Colorado Springs, CO


