State: Colorado
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 43
Elevation: 9700
Free: No
About: Bear Lake Campground is located in the Bear River area, 14 miles southwest of Yampa on Forest Development Road 900. This campground was newly reconstructed in 2002-2003. It has retained its rustic nature with most of the 43 sites naturally screened from one another. It also boasts 4 double sites and 1 triple site to accommodate larger groups. This campground has been a favorite of visitors for many years. This campground typically opens for Memorial Day and closes around September 30, dependent on weather and use. Sites are available on a 1st come, 1st served basis. This area accesses some great fishing and hiking. Surrounded by the 235,000-acre Flat Tops Wilderness, the views are spectacular.
Fees: $10 (2011)
Usage: Light
Water: Potable Water
Restrooms: Vault Toilet
Closest Town: Yampa, CO
Directions: Directions from Yampa: Travel S/SW on Routt County Rd #7 approximately 7 miles to FDR 900. Travel another 7 miles on FDR 900 to Bear Lake Campground on the left side of the road.
