With hiking, biking, and fishing opportunities radiating from the campground, Freeman Reservoir Campground sits at nearly 9,000 feet elevation in the Routt National Forest. The reservoir restricts motorized watercraft, creating conditions suited to paddlers seeking quieter waters. Multiple trailheads start at or near the campground, giving visitors immediate access to backcountry routes.
The campground accommodates RVs up to 32 feet alongside tent campers, with sites separated by trees that provide privacy between neighbors. Most sites include fire rings and picnic tables, with garbage pickup available during the season. Horse camping is permitted with designated pens, though horses cannot walk through the general camping areas. One loop of sites offers direct views of the reservoir, while others are set back among the conifers.
"Multiple trailheads start at the campground or close by it," notes Talia J., who found the area quiet even when the campground filled up. A short trail circles the reservoir, where visitors report beaver sightings. Fall brings changing aspen colors, while summer showcases wildflowers throughout the area.
The road becomes impassable during winter months, limiting access to the June through October season. For those exploring the broader region, campgrounds just outside Routt National Forest provide additional options for extended stays.
Description
Freeman Reservoir Campground has 18 campsites near Freeman Reservoir which is located at the picnic area and boat ramp, and is separate from the campground. Fishing is available on Freeman Reservoir but no motor-propelled water craft, including electric or internal combustion engines are permitted on Freeman Reservoir. Campground has a combination of pull-though and back-in sites, vault toilets, potable water and garbage services. Corrals and horse trailer parking are available at the campground. This area accesses several mountain bike, horse and hiking trails. No motorized trails are accessible from this campground. It is managed by the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District and is located in the California Park/Black Mountain area. For more information: Stop in or call the Ranger Station / Visitor Center located in Steamboat Springs 925 Weiss Drive Steamboat Springs, CO 970-870-2299
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsFreeman Reservoir Campground is located in Colorado near Slater
Directions
From Craig, CO, take State Rt. 13 north 11.8 miles to Freeman Reservoir sign (County Rt. 11). Turn right at sign onto Rt.11 (gravel) and go 9.9 miles to campground.
Coordinates
40.7624918 N
107.42218667 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
Drive Time
- 3 hrs from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 44 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 4 hrs 5 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 4 hrs 13 min from Boulder, CO
