Camp Hale East Fork Group

FS USDA Forest Service · Minturn, CO · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Not recorded
Max RV Length 45 ft

The managing agency hasn't published campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Electric Hookup
Style Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites1
Sites Accepting RVs1
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites1
Max RV Length45 ft
Back-In Sites1
SurfaceGravel

Location

39.4194444, -106.2866667 · Eagle Holy Cross Ranger District PO Box 190 , Minturn , CO 81645

Description

Overview

Located in the wide-open spaces of a lush green valley near the headwaters of the Eagle River and East Fork Eagle River, Camp Hale East Fork is the ideal spot for large group camping.

The surrounding White River National Forest offers campers a recreational oasis and an exciting Wilderness experience.

Recreation

The famous Colorado Trail winds within walking distance of the campground, offering hiking, horseback riding and opportunities for wildlife viewing to guests. Several paths throughout the campground also provide easy walking and biking areas.

Fishing is available in the numerous streams nearby, including both the Eagle and East Fork Eagle River, the Camp Hale Pond and several beaver ponds, with various types of trout available.

Facilities

East Fork Group site has one site available for reservation: There is no electric hook-up or water available at this site.

Group Site facilities include: hardened parking for up to approximately 20 campers/RV's depending on the size. Vehicles are restricted to hardened areas only. The site has 8 regular fire rings, and 1 group size fire ring, 1 pedestal grill, 3 food lockers, 1 double and 1 single vault toilet and 10 picnic tables.

Garbage is disposed of at the Camp Hale Memorial Campground.

Natural Features

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is the top recreation forest in the nation. Known as the birthplace of wilderness and home to world-renowned skiing, the White River Forest has something to offer every outdoor enthusiast.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

Nearby Attractions

The White River National Forest is home to several skiing and Wilderness areas, providing countless recreational opportunities for campers.

Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

Directions

From I-70, take exit 171 toward Minturn. Turn south on Highway 24 and continue for approximately 19 miles, just beyond Camp Hale Memorial Site. Turn onto Old Highway East and follow for 2 miles to the campground.

Activities

CAMPING FISHING HIKING WILDLIFE VIEWING

Details

Phone970-468-7681
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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