Fall River reservoir

Roughly four miles of rocky road lead up to Fall River Reservoir outside Empire, and the approach demands high clearance. Low-slung vehicles may struggle, though some Subaru-type cars have made it through. Campsites are unmarked and dispersed along the route, with several positioned near creek or river access. Hikers who push farther into the area report encountering waterfalls. Pets are welcome, and the setup works best for self-sufficient campers arriving in a truck or capable AWD vehicle.

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Map & DirectionsFall River reservoir is located in Colorado near Empire

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Coordinates

39.82089260000002 N
105.68997620000002 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Pets


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Reviewed Aug. 15, 2026

Beautiful area

The road isn’t accessible for 2WD but it’s a gorgeous area with waterfalls if you hike far enough

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Fall River reservoir by Shelbi A., August 15, 2026
  • Review photo of Fall River reservoir by Shelbi A., August 15, 2026
Reviewed Jun. 21, 2026

Great spot will need 4x4

This is a great little spot with lots of unmarked campsites. There are a couple on the road up to the reservoir with creeks or river access. I did see a couple of Subaru type vehicles make it up this road but it is about 4 miles rocky road. We went up in our truck and it wasn’t too bad

Month of VisitJune
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  • Review photo of Fall River reservoir by Aliya B., June 21, 2026
  • Review photo of Fall River reservoir by Aliya B., June 21, 2026
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