Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Yampa, CO has a lot to offer. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Yampa is surrounded by family-friendly activities. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Yampa, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
$18 - $100 / night
"Beautiful area with plenty of water activities and fishing near by (Yampa River). Nice views of the reservoir from our site. Sites are a bit close but the views make up for it."
"There were many trails to hike around or bike around the lake and campsites. There were plenty of water activities from swimming to boating and fishing. "
$5 / night
"There are multiple campgrounds in this immediate area that all surround Yamcolo Reservoir, Bear Lake, and Stillwater Reservoir."
"After seven miles of washboard road down FR900 and CR7 out of Yampa, you arrive at Bear Lake about 9,700 feet. The entire campground (43 sites) is first come first served with no reservations."
"pretty private and a reservoir that’s awesome for kayaks, paddle boards, etc. there are also great trails to hike from the campsite. bring plenty of supplies, though, because the closest place to restock"
"We were near the reservoir and saw a few mule deer. Easily accessible vault toilets. No on site water. Will be back!"
"A pond within walking distance was stocked with trout for some fishing. Tons of ohv and mountain bike trails nearby. Tons of wildflowers in July! Great place to get away from road noise."
"Walk ups only. Weekends might be crowded but weekdays were empty. $10 per night."
"first place I went camping in Colorado and I loved it so much I paid for an extra day. it rained on the last day but it was still wonderful. felt lost in the mountains and loved it"
"Most of the other reviews are for Cold Springs CG near Blackhawk. This CG is actually near Yampa. There is a small lake with a couple of waterfalls feeding it. Only 5 sites. Water and pit toilet."
$26 / night
"I was wandering from Yellowstone/Tetons en route to Colorado Springs when I reach a necessary point for rest."
"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. "
"We spent the weekend near Crosho lake and had an awesome time! The trail to the lake is bumpy, and I would recommend a 4x4 vehicle to get to this lake."
"Fishing in the lake was great."
"There are a lot of people around this area, please do your part to keep the land as natural as possible. The poop fairy does NOT live here- pack it out!"
"It's close enough to downtown Steamboat, right on the Yampa, and has plenty of things to do for the whole family."
"Right outside of Steamboat Springs is Steamboat KOA. This campground has so many perks. Not only is there a beautiful Mountain View but it also has the Yampa river running through it."
"Allen Basin Reservoir is roughly 1 mile from Crosho Lake. The only way to access this reservoir is by using trail #1181 and either hiking in, or using an ATV/dirtbike."
GuideWe thought we had the perfect spot but too many mosquitoes in summer. It would be perfect in another season.
TravelerWe found the perfect spot about 4-5 miles away from the turn off of hwy 40! There are about 20 sites along this road, this was one of few with a good amount of shade.
GuideQuiet camping outside of Kremmling. Fire ring was on site. No trees but a private place to spend the night. This is a good place for overnight but not nice enough to want to spend more than a night. Mosquitoes in mid-June.
GuideEasy gravel road, any car can do. Poor verizon signal 1 maybe 2 bars, cant load much. Very buggy. Great access to the river for fishing. There are a couple good spots down to the right just before the gate with riverfront access but some road and train noise. The rest of the spots are down the road past the gate and are a little close together but have shade.
LegendRough road, be prepared. Nothing crazy but definitely bumpy. Great spot, no shade so it can get very hot. Nice fire ring, very primitive.
ScoutLots of highway noise + train. Both are amplified from the canyon. No where flat for a travel trailer to park.
ScoutWe loved camping here, there was so much to explore. The drive is gorgeous, we kept stopping to take photos.
The campsite has 1 single-stall campsite potty near the entrance. There are trails from the campsite that go around the lake. There’s also horse trails around the campsite, and we saw quite a few people on horseback riding through.
The other reviews were right in that there are very limited campsites. There’s only 7 and they’re relatively small, some are very close together- especially sites 2 & 3. It would be a good idea for a larger groups to reserve those spots.
We stayed in site 2 and enjoyed our setup. The fire pits are great, they’re tall so they collimate the smoke up and away. The sites also have a bear-proof cabinet you can store food in. They were large enough to fit a large cooler and our dry foods.
Would definitely recommend, we had a fantastic experience.
GuideAll the spots by the river were taken, but up the canyon there were plenty and the view was amazing! Lots of ATVs this time of year but it was quiet by 10 or 11
GuideVery remote but easy access, we car camped to be near a trailhead the next morning. We had some visitors in the middle of the night that were racing their trucks around in the parking lot, but I doubt that’s an every day occurrence. Overall pretty good parking lot campsite.
Camping near Yampa, Colorado, offers a mix of stunning scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.
Camping near Yampa, Colorado, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Yampa, CO offers a wide range of camping options, with 210 campgrounds and RV parks near Yampa, CO and 70 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Yampa, CO is Stagecoach State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 12 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 70 free dispersed camping spots near Yampa, CO.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near Yampa, CO that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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