Established Camping
Prospector Campground
About
USDA Forest Service
White River National Forest
Prospector Campground is located on Dillon Reservoir in the heart of Summit County between Keystone and Frisco on Swan Mountain Road. The reservoir is encircled by Swan Mountain and the dramatic Gore and Tenmile mountain ranges. In addition to boating, there is a variety of activities including…
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites

The quiet ambience of Swan Mountain
I can't say enough about Prospector. One of my favorite places to camp in Summit County.
Take in the views, the hikes, and all of the natural splendor that this area has to offer!
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One of the best campgrounds near Lake Dillon!
This is one of our favorite campgrounds near Lake Dillon! This was our first time staying in site 105 for a single night in between stays at other campgrounds. It is a pull-through site that comfortably fit our 29' Class C, Tow Dolly, and Towed Vehicle with room to spare. The site is big and has a…
Stunning
This camp ground is a large one with a lot of sites. They can be pretty close together but they can feel farther apart than they are. A quick walk leads you straight to the water. By far one of, if not the most, gorgeous campsite I’ve had the pleasure to stay at.
Location
Prospector Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
From Frisco: From I-70 take Exit 203, Frisco/Breckenridge, and travel 4 miles on Highway 9 through the town of Frisco. Turn left on Swan Mountain Road and go about 3 miles to the Swan Mountain Recreation Area, the turn-off will be on your left. A dirt road leads to the campground.From SilverthorneFrom I-70 take Exit 205, Silverthorne/Dillon. Travel 4 miles east on HWY 6 through the town of Dillon. Turn right on Swan Mountain road and drive 2 miles to Swan Mountain Recreation Area which will be on your right. A dirt road leads to the campground.
Coordinates
39.60063772185268 N
106.0413607453587 W