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Meadows Campground

Meadows Campground, near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is a solid spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors without too much fuss. It’s got a nice mix of tent and RV sites, complete with picnic tables and fire rings, making it easy to kick back and enjoy a campfire under the stars.

The campground is conveniently located just off Highway 40, which means you’ll have quick access to nearby hiking trails and the stunning scenery of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests. Visitors have mentioned that while the road noise can be noticeable, the beautiful surroundings and the chance to spot wildlife, like moose, make it worth it.

Facilities include clean pit toilets and trash disposal, so you won’t have to worry about the basics. Campers appreciate the shaded spots and the overall cleanliness of the area, with many noting that it’s a great place to rest after a long day on the road. As one camper put it, “It was quiet until the camp host fired up his open frame generator next site over,” which gives you a sense of the campground's vibe.

If you’re passing through or just want a peaceful place to set up camp, Meadows Campground is a reliable choice. With its easy access and natural beauty, it’s a great spot to unwind and soak in the Colorado wilderness.

Description

National Forest

Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland

Overview

Meadows Campground is located on Rabbit Ears Pass outside of Steamboat Springs, CO and is surrounded by Spruce, Fir and Lodgepole forest. It has 30 campsites, with a combination of pull-through, back-in and walk-in tent sites. At an elevation of 9,300 feet, Meadows campground lies near the top of Continental Divide in the Park Range. Activities include stream fishing, hiking, wildflower viewing, and mountain biking easily accessible on nearby trails. Established Forest Service summer hiking and mountain biking trails are accessible nearby from the road to Dumont Campground (NFSR 315). Vault toilets and garbage services are provided.

Recreation

Activities include stream fishing, hiking and mountain biking easily accessible. Camping limit is 14 days.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 9,300 feet, Meadows campground lies in the Rocky Mountains in the heart of the Routt National Forest on Rabbit Ears pass. The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompass nearly three million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado. Black bear, bobcat, coyote, elk, mule deer and moose are just some of the many animals that inhabit these rich and diverse lands.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (970) 870-2299.

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Location

Meadows Campground is located in Colorado

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Directions

Directions from Steamboat Springs, CO: Travel 15 miles southeast of Steamboat Springs on US Highway 40 to Rabbit Ears Pass. The Campground is located on the south side of the highway, on Forest Road 297 near the west summit of the pass.

Coordinates

40.375687 N
106.722144 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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11 Reviews

Reviewed Sep. 28, 2022

Nice campground in a beautiful area

Stayed here with our escapod (teardrop) camper. Beautiful location with a nice level spot. Pit toilets were clean and stocked. Picnic table and fire ring in the site.

Site24
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Meadows Campground by Bryce W., September 28, 2022
Reviewed Sep. 21, 2022

Nice stop for the night

We were just looking for a place to pull in for the night while passing through. This is a nice campground although you will hear the traffic from the road that goes by. It is nicely wooded with clean outhouses. Was perfect for us.

Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Sep. 28, 2021

Beautiful!

Nice little Campground. It was quiet until the camp host fired up his open frame generator next site over. The listing showed a dump station and water. It has neither.

Site14
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2021

Convenient Forest Campground off Rabbit Ears Pass Highway

Convenient forest service campground off highway 40 at rabbit ears pass.  First come first serve but there were still a handful of sites open on a Friday afternoon in August.  There was not running water at the campsite when we visited, but had pit toilets, trash, picnic tables, firepits, and trails nearby.  Lots of downed trees to collect firewood.  Great access to nearby hikes

Site02
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Meadows Campground by Austin C., August 23, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 19, 2021

Dispersed across road

Meadows campground was closed but the dispersed camping across the road was free and spots available. There were some mosquitos but it was quiet and lots of room between sites where I was

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Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Sep. 16, 2020

Dispersed on Otherside

Dispersed camping available on forest road on other side of the road if campground is full or you don’t want to pay.

Reviewed Sep. 7, 2020

Beautiful but loud

The campground is beautiful but most sites are fairly close to the highway. Pretty loud at night. A moose wandered by one evening. The scenery and convenient location to steamboat outweigh the road noise issue.

Reviewed Aug. 31, 2020

Solid Walk-In Campground for Easy Resting

I was wandering from Yellowstone/Tetons en route to Colorado Springs when I reach a necessary point for rest. After trying my luck near Steamboat, I glanced through FCFS campgrounds close by and found Meadows. It’s just off the highway, really easy to bypass if you aren’t paying much attention, but it upheld as a quite space to rest. Even driving in at 1am, there were plenty of spaces available. 

The grounds includes a bathroom facility and spaces for both tent and RV camping. The grounds is relatively inexpensive for the beautiful space that it is located. Definitely saved me from getting to restless on the ride through.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Meadows Campground by Joseph , August 31, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 26, 2020

Great site just off 40

Found this site using this app - just off 40 (opposite side of road than in the Dyrt map) and super easy to find at 10pm at night. Rolled into a site in my sprinter, put up the shades, and went to sleep. Left before the sun came up so I really have no idea what it looks like - but the pit toilets work, lots of people there - was lucky to find an open spot.

Reviewed Sep. 3, 2019

Shaded spots just off the main road

We pulled off Route 40 at 7pm on the Sunday of Labor Day Weekend and were able to nab the last camping spot. Each campsite has a place for 2 cars, a picnic table, flat places for 2-3 tents, and a fire ring with an adjustable grill. Plenty of shady trees to hang your hammock from and enough space between campsites to give you some privacy. There were many RV's and family groups set up when we camped, though noise was not an issue.

Sites are $10/night payable by cash or personal check at the entrance. There are campground hosts just as you drive in, though they were not present the night we visited. Two different park rangers came by to check on all sites in the morning (payment and fire safety, I believe). Campground offers 2 pit toilets and a trash dumpster at the entrance.

The site is close enough to the road that you can hear when cars go by, especially when they drift onto the rumble strips (which happens frequently). Bring headphones if you're a light sleeper.

Site9
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Meadows Campground by Lis G., September 3, 2019
Reviewed Aug. 19, 2019

When there is no vacancy here be vacancies.

Visiting steamboat springs all the nearby state parks and private campgrounds were full but there was plenty of sites open here. Many of the campsites have a slight slope/grade and require a little imagination to find a level spot to put up a tent but overall not bad. Plenty of trees for tarps.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Meadows Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Meadows Campground has water hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Meadows Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Meadows Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Meadows Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Meadows Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Meadows Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is available.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Meadows Campground?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Meadows Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Meadows Campground, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Meadows Campground?

    There are 31 campsites at Meadows Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts