Pines Campground (CO)
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The recently renovated Pines Campground offers a scenic setting in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of North Western Colorado. The campground is located in Routt National Forest at an elevation of 9,160-ft., and is at the base of Owl Mountain with easy access to OHV and Wilderness trails Recreation This campground offers access to many recreational opportunities for the adventurer. OHV and Wilderness hiking are the two most popular options. OHV options include skill levels from beginner to expert riding. For those looking to take it easy, use the Forest Road 740 for scenic forest riding. Keep reading
For those looking for more of a challenge, use the Silver Creek road (780) or Calamity Pass. Those looking for wilderness access, use the Silver Creek, South Fork, Jack Park, Jack Creek, Illinois River, or Illinois Pass Trail Heads. All of these trail heads take you into the Never Summer Wilderness which is the back side of Rocky National Park. Facilities Pines Campground Offers two Toilets and Trash Services. Drinking water is available at Aspen Campground, about 2 miles away Nearby Attractions The closest town is Walden, Colorado, about 35 miles from the campsite. Here they offer a public dump station and potable water fill all free of charge. Owl Mountain summit sits at 10,956 feet and is easily accessible by high clearance vehicles.
The sites · 11
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 10 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 11 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 2 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 3 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 4 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 5 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 6 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 7 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 8 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| A | 9 | standard nonelectric | — | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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