Within Pike National Forest, Hall Valley — Psicc operates as a small US Forest Service campground with 10 sites positioned along a mountain creek. The facility requires high-clearance vehicles to navigate the rough dirt road leading to the camping area, particularly in the final stretch before arrival. About half the sites sit directly alongside the flowing water, while others spread through heavy tree cover that provides natural privacy between camping spots.
The creek runs year-round but carries mine contamination that prevents fishing, though the constant water flow creates ambient sound that masks noise from neighboring campers. Rachel S. notes the sites are "large and most of them have good privacy/shade." OHV traffic uses the access roads during busy periods, and weekend crowds fill available spots quickly under the first-come, first-served system.
Basic amenities include a pit toilet, hand-pump water, and trash collection, with each site featuring a picnic table and fire ring. The elevation provides cooler temperatures during summer heat, though dense forest cover and water proximity create heavy mosquito populations. No cell service reaches the area for major carriers. Bears frequent the campground regularly, requiring proper food storage and camp management. Dispersed camping options extend further up the valley road for those with suitable vehicles.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
This campground has 9 campsites at an elevation of 9,900 feet with parking spur lengths of 16-30 feet.__Facilities include picnic tables, a vault toilet__and fire rings. All dates are weather dependent. Visitors may expect full service from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. The area also has an extended season when services such as water, trash or a host may not be available during the fall/winter/spring.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.
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Map & DirectionsHall Valley is located in Colorado near Jefferson
Coordinates
39.482971 N
105.805362 W
Connectivity
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- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 21 min from Denver, CO
- 1 hr 31 min from Boulder, CO
- 1 hr 59 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 7 min from Fort Collins, CO
