Trailhead access and river proximity make King Creek a functional base for hikers and anglers exploring this stretch of BLM land near places to camp near Yampa. The campground sits close to the river, which gives anglers a short walk to the water. No pets are permitted. Campers looking to range further afield can check Lynx Pass Campground to the northeast as an alternative if King Creek is full.
Description
Trailhead to the 12,000 acre King Mountain Recreation Area. The area offers excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and has beautiful scenery. Hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and camping in an uncrowded area is possible. The area is most busy during hunting season. For any more information, please contact the Colorado River Field Office.
Fee Info
No Fee
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsKing Creek Trailhead is located in Colorado near Yampa
Public CampgroundDirections
Take I-70 to Wolcott and travel north on highway 131 toward the community of Toponas. Just before Toponas at the old school house, turn left and go west on Routt County Road 5. Travel approximately 2 miles and make a left on Road 5A. Travel south on 5A about one mile to the parking area. The trailhead provides access to the 12,000 acre King Mountain Area, which has scenic vistas, and offers hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and camping in an uncrowded setting.
Coordinates
40.03170043 N
106.84642027 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 36 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 38 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 2 hrs 46 min from Boulder, CO
- 3 hrs 22 min from Fort Collins, CO
