With just six sites accessible via a one-lane dirt road that requires crossing a creek, Avalanche Campground sits at 7,300 feet elevation in White River National Forest. The access road demands all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive vehicles, particularly during spring runoff when water levels rise.
Most campsites position within earshot of the creek that runs through this small valley. Bear boxes anchor each site alongside fire rings and picnic tables, while vault toilets serve the campground. The facility operates on a donation basis with a suggested $10 contribution. Sites feature chunky gravel tent pads that benefit from extra sleeping pad cushioning.
Three sites claim prime real estate along the creek, filling quickly during peak season on the first-come, first-serve system. The remaining sites spread through the main camping area under tree cover. Dani S. found "vault toilets were as immaculate as a vault toilet can be and the campsites were litter free." A trailhead at the campground's end provides access to multiple hiking routes, including the Capitol Peak trail.
The campground serves as a base for exploring camping near Redstone and connects to Penny Hot Springs just five minutes south. Night temperatures can drop to the mid-30s even in September, so pack accordingly for elevation and season.
Description
Avalanche Campground has 6 first-come first-serve campsites. It is located adjacent to Avalanche Creek. Fishing is available in Avalanche Creek and in the Crystal River, which is 3 miles downstream. One of the major trailheads into the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness is located adjacent to the campground.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsAvalanche Campground is located in Colorado near Redstone
Directions
From Redstone, CO, take State Rt. 113 north 5.2 miles to Avalanche Creek sign (may be hidden by tall grass), just past Avalanche Ranch. Turn right, fording Crystal River, onto Forest Rt. 310 (single lane with no turnouts, dirt road) and go 2.3 miles to campground.
Coordinates
39.23668438 N
107.2036244 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 47 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 1 min from Denver, CO
- 3 hrs 11 min from Boulder, CO
- 3 hrs 49 min from Colorado Springs, CO
