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Radium Recreation Site

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Campers - All Vehicle(s), Recreation Vehicle(s) and trailers must fit within the campsite parking. Ensure you are reviewing campsite "View Details" information by hovering over campsite on map or by selecting site campsite for parking capacity and Allowable Vehicles/Driveway Details prior to completing reservation. Vehicles and trailers that do not fit within the assigned parking areas must use the overflow parking areas. CAMPING IS NOT PERMITTED WITHIN VEHICLES IN PARKING LOTS.

Radium Recreation Site is located near Bond, Colorado, within the Kremmling Recreation Management Area. The terrain consists of rugged landscapes with the Colorado River flowing nearby. Campers can explore the nearby Radium Hot Springs and enjoy activities like fishing and rafting, with temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

Kremmling Recreation Management Area

Overview

Managed By Kremmling Field Office__ The Radium Recreation Area is part of the Upper Colorado River Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA), providing opportunities for developed camping and river access. With over 100,000 annual visitors the sites facilities include 2 developed boat ramp sites, 9 vault toilets, day use and overnight parking, 16 single campsites and 2 Group Campsites and 3 day use shade structures. There is no potable water provided at this area. The area is used by visitors to access the river for floatboating and fishing opportunities.____

Recreation

Recreation opportunities include river access for fishing and floatboating. On-site picnic shelters provide visitors with opportunities to a covered area for relaxing and picnicking. Note ___ Radium Warm Springs Access: There are no designated trails from this area and there is no designated access to the Radium Warm Springs. Parking is not permitted along the narrow Radium Road between the Radium Recreation Area and Trough Road to ensure safe passage of vehicles and ensure clear passage for Emergency Vehicles when needed. Please respect the social trail closures and restoration conducted on BLM managed lands along Radium Road that protect area wildlife habitat including area Big Horn Sheep. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Mugrage Site along Radium Road, including the restroom and social trail that accessed the Radium Warm Springs within the Radium State Wildlife Area, is closed for the protection of this important habitat. The BLM is looking at a potential future designated and developed trail from the Radium Recreation Area.__ Until a trail alignment along Radium Road is developed it is recommended that the easiest and safest way to access the Radium Warm Springs from Radium Recreation Area is to drive to Warm Springs Road 1.5 northeast along Trough Road. Follow the directional sign located at the intersection of Radium Road and Trough Road. A parking area and trailhead at the end of Warm Springs Road provides access to the Radium Warm Springs via the Warm Springs Trail open to foot travel only, or the Ol___ Warm Springs Trail which is open to Foot, Horse, Bicycle and eBike travel.__

Facilities

Recreation opportunities include river access for fishing and floatboating. On-site picnic shelters provide visitors with opportunities to a covered area for relaxing and picnicking. Note ___ Radium Warm Springs Access: There are no designated trails from this area and there is no designated access to the Radium Warm Springs. Parking is not permitted along the narrow Radium Road between the Radium Recreation Area and Trough Road to ensure safe passage of vehicles and ensure clear passage for Emergency Vehicles when needed. Please respect the social trail closures and restoration conducted on BLM managed lands along Radium Road that protect area wildlife habitat including area Big Horn Sheep. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Mugrage Site along Radium Road, including the restroom and social trail that accessed the Radium Warm Springs within the Radium State Wildlife Area, is closed for the protection of this important habitat. The BLM is looking at a potential future designated and developed trail from the Radium Recreation Area.__ Until a trail alignment along Radium Road is developed it is recommended that the easiest and safest way to access the Radium Warm Springs from Radium Recreation Area is to drive to Warm Springs Road 1.5 northeast along Trough Road. Follow the directional sign located at the intersection of Radium Road and Trough Road. A parking area and trailhead at the end of Warm Springs Road provides access to the Radium Warm Springs via the Warm Springs Trail open to foot travel only, or the Ol___ Warm Springs Trail which is open to Foot, Horse, Bicycle and eBike travel.__

Natural Features

The Radium Recreation Area is adjacent to the Colorado River next to the small town of Radium. The scenery within the area is a major component to the adjacent Colorado Headwaters National Scenic and Historic Byway and are important features that make this stretch of river Wild and Scenic Eligible.

Nearby Attractions

The town of Kremmling, CO is approximately 20 miles east from Radium Recreation Area where visitors can get supplies. Rancho Del Rio ___ a private resort along the Colorado river, has a small store with supplies and is a river access point for those recreating on the river. Rancho Del Rio is located approximately 6 miles west along Trough Road. Trough Road, which accesses the BLM Recreation Areas and Rancho Del Rio (private river access ___ fee site) is the Colorado Headwaters National Scenic and Historic Byway. Originating just east of Grand Lake on Highway 34, the byway ends at State Bridge.__

Fee Info

<strong>Fees are required for day use and camping between April 1 - November 30.</strong> <strong>Campgrounds are closed with no service between December 1 - March 31. </strong> <strong>___ Single Campsites - </strong>$6.00 per site - maximum of 10 people and includes 1st vehicle <strong>___ Group Campsites - </strong>$30.00 per site - maximum of 30 people and includes 1st vehicle <strong>___ Additional Vehicles - </strong>$5.00 per day (Including motorcycles and bicycles being used as shuttle vehicles or other offsite recreation)__ <strong>NOTE: Reservations are required for ALL campsites </strong>at Radium Recreation Area through <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/262815" rel="nofollow">Recreation.gov</a> . Campsites become available by 1pm on the 1st day of the reservation. Checkout is 12:00pm. Any vehicle remaining at the Radium Recreation Area after 12:00pm must purchase a day use pass for that day or have a valid federal agency issued season pass for the Upper Colorado River SRMA or a valid America The Beautiful Pass. <strong>Colorado State Park passes are NOT valid at this federal fee area. </strong>

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Radium Recreation Site is located in Colorado

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Address

Radium Recreation Area County Road 11
Bond, CO 80423

Coordinates

39.95136 N
106.55598 W

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Reviewed Aug. 27, 2018

Radium State Wildlife Area- O.C. Murage Campground

I have stayed at this campground many times over the last few times due to its’ close proximity to access points along the Upper Colorado River and one of Colorado’s best kept secrets, Radium Hot Springs. Often times, I will “backpack” into the dispersed backcountry sites located next to the hot spring itself. I say backpack lightly, as it is only about a 20-minute hike in from the main parking/O.C. Murage Campground. On my most recent stay though, I opted for car camping at the campground itself, although I still managed to hike over to the hot spring for an amazing moonlight soak. 

The campground itself is basic, but suits the needs of most backpackers. It is essentially just a large clearing near the river, with a stream running along the far side. There is plenty of parking in the dirt/gravel clearing and “campsites” are designated by stoned-lined fire pits along the perimeter of the campground. The sites are quite flat and most offer significant shade which is quite nice in the summer. Pit toilet bathrooms are located near the entrance, for both male and female. The bathrooms offer toilet paper, but definitely could use a good cleaning. The bathrooms also had a few funny signs regarding the rules (see photos). 

In general, this campground is easily accessible by most cars year-round. The road to the campground is gravel but well maintained. This area has been gaining popularity over the last few years, so if camping on the summer weekends, be sure to get there early in order to get a spot. I haven’t camped at the campground itself on the weekends, but it can get rather busy so privacy is likely limited. We camped on a Thursday and there were only two other groups camping at that time. 

The hot spring is definitely the highlight of this campground and a major draw for me. It is a beautiful natural hot spring located at the bottom of a cliff along the banks of the Colorado River.  Some call this a warm spring, as it stays around 80-90 degrees. I have heard that this can fluctuate based on the river levels, and it can become washed out in the spring when water levels are quite high. As a warning, the hot spring can get crowded and rowdy with partiers on the summer weekends…some of whom may opt for nudity after dark. My favorite time to visit the hot spring is late at night during the week, when you are most likely to have the pool to yourself and enjoy the scenery and starry nights in seclusion :)

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  • Review photo of Radium Recreation Site by Isabelle K., August 27, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Radium Recreation Site have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Radium Recreation Site has water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Radium Recreation Site?

    Radium Recreation Site allows vehicles up to 30 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Radium Recreation Site?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Radium Recreation Site, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Radium Recreation Site?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.

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