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Meadow Creek Reservoir Fishing Site offers dispersed camping areas suitable for horse trailers, with several sites located along the road leading to the reservoir. Located approximately 30-45 minutes from Winter Park, this area provides first-come, first-served camping with no designated horse corrals or facilities, but open spaces where horses can be kept near campsites. The 9-mile dirt road access is generally passable for larger vehicles and horse trailers, though conditions can vary seasonally. Several campers report successfully bringing 38-foot travel trailers to spots about 3 miles up the road. Sites generally feature fire rings and primitive camping conditions, with vault toilets available but no water hookups or equine-specific amenities. Spots with creek access provide natural water sources for horses.
Trail access directly from the camping area connects riders to numerous equestrian-friendly routes, including the Columbine Lake trail system. The reservoir's high elevation location (over 9,000 feet) means weather conditions can change rapidly, with campers reporting snow even in July. Horse owners should prepare for potentially wet ground conditions, particularly in spring and early summer, by bringing appropriate containment systems. Most campsites around the reservoir fill quickly during peak season (July through mid-August), though spots along the access road often remain available. Day use fees ($5) or multi-day camping passes are required. The surrounding national forest provides additional riding opportunities, with moose sightings common throughout the area, particularly near water sources where horses may drink.
"This spot is just a quick ride outside of Golden. The scenery is gorgeous with several trails to hike or mountain bike. The campsites are clean and easy to get to."
"Stunning campground nestled right outside Golden and Boulder Colorado. We couldn’t believe it…so close but you feel incredibly removed once you get there."
from $28 - $90 / night
Check Availability"We took the road up from Fraser, they’re logging roads so it’s well taken care of, did it in my Honda Odessy with rear wheel drive and did fine. Probably about 30 mins on the more rough dirt roads."
"Close to the Columbine Lake trail and so many other awesome hiking trails. It's far enough away from the National Park to not have a ton of foot traffic through. No reservations."
"area was plowed open to exactly the width of our trailer, so with more than three feet of snow on the ground we needed to get some exercise and do a bit of shoveling so we could back in and be able to walk"
"Late October is very unpredictable in Colorado for a camper who is primarily a tent camper."
from $18 / night
Check Availability"Busy campground, however views from some spaces were epic as well as the easy access to the walking trail and all the day use areas."
"The place is beautiful, tucked right beneath the mountain side. There are many trails nearby with many options for those seeking adventure, the campsite staff was very kind and helpful also"
"Take the exit onto Fall River Road from the highway, a short road. You are then soon connected with forest service road of sorts York gultch."
"Might ROAD: Dirt, but not "off road trail"- again people live off of this road so its somewhat maintained. BEWARE OF RAIN WASHOUT AREAS, DIPS, AND WASHBOARD."
"It was nice to be tucked away in the corner with no groups behind us or next to us. There were other campers near by but it felt pretty private. The weather was great."
"The Gross Resevoir outside Boulder is a great place for people to go for some recreation just outside the city. People commonly drop in a paddleboard or kayak."
"There are 4 sites that are down by the creek in the trees that are walk-in only but have the most space between them and are right on the creek. They are my favorite spots on site."
"Close hikes near by including one of Colorado’s 14ers."
from $26 / night
Check Availability"Located in the Arapaho National Forest, Sugarloaf is a small campground found on the Williams Fork of the Colorado River. The valley was once heavily forested but is much more open these days."
"This campground is perfect for those who live in Boulder or the nearby surrounding areas (Louisville, Superior, Lafayette, Longmont, Gunbarrel)."
from $19 / night
Check Availability"They have direct access to the headwaters of the Colorado River. We visited a little late in the season (August) to catch many fish, but we still had fun. "
"If you enjoy trout fishing, be sure to explore the North Fork of the Colorado River that flows through the southend of the property."
from $40 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Our space was large enough to accommodate our 20 ft travel trailer with our truck next to it, still leaving plenty of room for the picnic table and a chair circle around the fire."
"The bathrooms were clean, and close to almost every site. They had a very nice playground for the kids with a climbing wall."
from $45 - $80 / night
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TravelerFrom a Sprinters point of view.
Sites are $45.00 a day plus parking
Sites were sloped, we took the flattest one we could find and it took 6” to block our van level.
Pit toilets were very clean.
Sites had trees and boulders, spaced roughly 50’ apart, but there visible traffic on the main road below.
It was a nice campground but we liked the Bobcat Campground a couple miles farther up the road.
See separate review.
TravelerWe took our Sprinter for its maiden voyage, this camp ground was beautiful, private and secluded.
Camping was $45.00 a day plus a parking fee.
Paid at the entry point to an extremely friendly attendant. Reservations can be made on line ahead of time and highly recommended in peak season, especially on weekends.
Site were 50’ to 100’ apart.
Sites were wooded and tucked into granite boulders.
In the 24 hours we were there we saw one car and two people walking their dogs.
Sites were pretty level, each with fire pits and picnic tables.
The pit toilets were very clean and with in 100’ of most sites.
Road in had signs stating you had to be in four wheel drive to avoid damaging the roads but they were very well graded.
GuideSuper easy drive into town, 10min from beaver meadows entrance to RMNP. Hiking trails right off the campground. Sites a little close together but could definitely be a lot worse. Super friendly hosts. The clean bathrooms, hot showers, and dish washing station were amazing after days of dispersed camping.
ScoutPull thru site easy to maneuver, lots of space between sites. Hookups easy to use. Maintained nice, lake was beautiful. Seemed like bikers heaven.
GuideWe loved staying here! It was quiet and peaceful, even when it fully booked over Labor Day Weekend. The easy access to the trail around the lake, the spread out sites, the clean bathhouse and laundry room, the sunset over the mountains, the location close to town, and they don’t have any breed restrictions for dogs. I don’t have any complaints about the campground itself.
The only issue we had was that the $17 per vehicle day use fee wasn’t included in the camping cost. We were there for 8 nights and ended up buying the annual Colorado State Parks pass for $80 at the registration office because it was cheaper.
TravelerIt’s very nice except for when the conveyor belt is running from the Henderson mine And there is no water available
GuideThere must be another way in i would assume. 3.5 mile steep climb dirt rd in the rain was slick. After a 8 mile windy rd straight up. Like I said, probably another rd in. Campground is great once you get here. And it's paved!
GuideThe place is beautiful, tucked right beneath the mountain side. There are many trails nearby with many options for those seeking adventure, the campsite staff was very kind and helpful also
GuideEasy access to main road and plenty of spots. This is a park your vehicle and bring your gear to the fire pit. Flat area for the tent was a blessing and the sunset was amazing! When God paints it looks like this!
Meadow Creek Reservoir Fishing Site provides equestrian camping opportunities on National Forest land approximately 9 miles from Tabernash. The dirt access road climbs to over 9,000 feet elevation through lodgepole pine forest, opening to mountain meadows where wildlife frequently appears. Campers can find numerous dispersed sites along the road leading to the reservoir, with most suitable for various camping setups and offering creek access during spring runoff.
Wildlife viewing along water sources: Morning and evening hours offer the best moose-viewing opportunities at Meadow Creek Reservoir. "Saw moose's almost everyday, a fox, ospreys and eagles everywhere feeding and trout," reports Johannes R. from Meadow Creek Reservoir Fishing Site.
Fishing in mountain streams: Catch brook and brown trout in the Williams Fork of the Colorado River. "Fishing on the Williams fork is fair to good for Brook Trout with the occasional Brown Trout being caught. Pressure is generally light upstream from Sugarloaf and a bit more congested downstream where the stream is slightly larger," notes David B. from Sugarloaf Campground.
Horseback riding: Access trail systems directly from camping areas with horses. "Winding River Resort is a hidden gem. There are plenty of campsites and a few cabins. All spaces are well laid out with plenty of space between each spot," shares Tanner S., adding "Be sure to book a horseback ride and get to the cowboy pancake breakfast on the weekends."
Accessibility for various rigs: Many spots along forest roads accommodate larger trailers despite the mountain terrain. "We have a 38ft travel trailer and we were able to go only about 3 miles up but found a great off the road spot by a creek," shares amie M. from Meadow Creek Reservoir Fishing Site.
Private camping spots: Campers appreciate finding secluded areas away from crowds. "The spots around the lake were all full so we took on of the spots along the road in. I think we got a better spot! We could hear anyone else, saw a couple moose and got to fish right off our campsite!" notes Connor T.
Campground amenities: Some established campgrounds provide facilities for equestrian campers. "They offer all sorts of activities such as horseback riding, ice cream social, chuckwagon breakfast, square dancing, cowboy church. Some do have an additional fee. You may bring your own horses here too!" explains Mary D. about Winding River Resort.
Seasonal access challenges: High elevation areas may have snow into summer months and early fall. "Due to the high altitude, the weather can be unexpected. We got snowed on in July! But the views made it all worth it," reports Steph A. from Meadow Creek Reservoir Fishing Site.
Road conditions vary: Forest service roads require appropriate vehicles. "Road leading to spots is dirt but not bad. Once you turn onto where the spots are the road does get Rocky. We stopped at the first site. Quiet. Off roaders showed up in the morning!" explains Cyndee F. from York Gulch Road.
Limited connectivity: Most dispersed camping areas lack cell service. "We passed so many parking lot campgrounds and were so happy we chose here. We had trees! Our space was large enough to accommodate our 20 ft travel trailer with our truck next to it, still leaving plenty of room for the picnic table and a chair circle around the fire. No Verizon reception," mentions Andy G.
Consider established campgrounds: Family-friendly options provide amenities like bathrooms and playgrounds. "Our site was very clean, the only complaint I had about our site in particular was that the fire pit was below the picnic table which was below the spot for our tent and the fire smoke overwhelmed the rest of our site due to the upwind," shares Amber B. from Golden Gate Canyon State Park.
Look for child-friendly trails: Areas with easy access to water features keep children entertained. "This spot is just a quick ride outside of Golden. The scenery is gorgeous with several trails to hike or mountain bike. The campsites are clean and easy to get to. Great for families with little ones," notes Meghan H.
Pack for temperature swings: Mountain camping requires preparation for cold nights even in summer. "It is a high elevation location so be prepared for cold nights and afternoon rain/snow," advises GoWhereYouAreDraw N. about equestrian camping opportunities near Fraser.
Site selection for large rigs: RVers should research spots that accommodate their vehicle size. "Positives: The drive is gorgeous, the road is mostly smooth. Negatives: It is a pretty steep ascent. There were a few spots that would have been ideal but we're already taken. We looked a little further ahead and the road got rough. A lot of off road vehicles and the road is narrow in spots. The one spot we found didn't really fit us (31 ft Minnie Winnie)," cautions Melanie S. from York Gulch Road.
Look for level parking areas: Many forest road sites require careful positioning. "Loop E (electric hookups) is very spacious and well laid out. Every campsite is a pull thru allowing you situate anywhere along the paved area to best suit your needs. Mostly level, fire rings, and very large metal picnic tables. Enormous amount of room," recommends Dennis G. from Reverend's Ridge Campground.
Prepare for limited hookups: Most equestrian-friendly dispersed camping lacks amenities. "We got here September 29 and the RV park closes for the season Oct 1. We stayed two nights and were pleased with the services. Full hookups and lots of space at the lower numbered full hookup sites. Nice and quiet," notes Christopher W.
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