Seven sites spread through a forested corridor at the end of Notch Mountain Road, Halfmoon Campground sits in White River National Forest above the Minturn valley, with Notch Mountain Creek running directly through the grounds. The road in is dirt, rocky, and prone to low dips that collect water after rain. Most vehicles handle it without issue, though low-clearance cars should proceed carefully. Verizon service was reported reliable along the approach and at the campground itself.
The sites are spaced out enough to feel uncrowded, and shade from the surrounding conifers is consistent throughout. That same creek proximity brings mosquitoes, so bug spray is worth packing. Crowd patterns lean light on weekdays, with a few more campers arriving on weekend mornings, though reviews suggest the campground rarely fills completely. The trailheads at the end of the road draw day hikers early in the morning, which means some traffic noise before most campers are up.
Halfmoon works well as a staging point for serious hikes. Trails to Mount of the Holy Cross, Notch Mountain, Lake Constantine, and Tuhare Lake all begin nearby. "Clean, quiet, and not terribly expensive," notes Ryan L., who overnighted here before heading up Holy Cross. Two vault toilets serve the campground, and fire pits and picnic tables are standard at each site. RVs are limited to 16 feet. Campers with dogs will find pet-friendly camping near White River National Forest across the broader area, and nearby options like Hornsilver Campground provide alternatives if Halfmoon is full. The campground runs from mid-May through mid-September, making late summer a reliable window to catch it open.
Description
Bear activity has been increasing. For this reason a food storage order is in effect at all developed campgrounds on the Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District, and the Piney Gaurd Station, Tigiwon Lodge, Mount of the Holy Cross Overlook, Homestake Road FSR 703, and Nolan Creek Road. This order requires all food and refuse to be stored in hard-sided vehicles, approved bear-resistant containers, or supended at least 10 feet clear of the ground at all points and four feet horizontally from any supporting tree or pole. This order has been issued to provide for public safety and wildlife conservation. Hopefully it will reduce wildlife habituation problems. The Halfmoon Campground is located at the top of Tigiwon Road #707 near the boundary for the Holy Cross Wilderness in a forested setting; all wilderness regulationsmust be observed when traveling in the wilderness (foot and horse travel only). This campground is located at the trailheads for several hiking trails and is heavily used by hikers who are climbing Mount of the Holy Cross. Due to the nature of the Forest Road to the campground and the short parking spurs within the campground, the Halfmoon Campground is not suitable for most RVs. There is a printable Recreation Quicksheet for this campground which is complete with directions, details, and other information about this campground.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsHalfmoon Campground is located in Colorado near Red Cliff
Public CampgroundDirections
Travel west on I-70 to Exit 171 for Minturn, Leadville, and Hwy 24.Turn right and travel south about 5 miles.Immediately before crossing the Eagle River, turn right onto Tigiwon Road - FSR 707 and continue up this dirt road for 8 miles to the campground at the end.
Coordinates
39.5011541 N
106.4318844 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
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 21 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 31 min from Boulder, CO
- 3 hrs 6 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 3 hrs 9 min from Colorado Springs, CO
