Horseshoe Campground

State: Colorado

Open: Seasonal

Number of Sites: 7

Elevation: 10201

Free: No

About: This is a small, quiet campground. The 7 campsites have fire rings and are dispersed among the trees, lending a feeling of privacy. The campground typically opens for Memorial Day and closes around September 30th, dependent on weather and use. The overnight camping fee is $10.00. Sites are available on a 1st come 1st served basis. This area accesses some great fishing and hiking, and the campground is close to the Stillwater and Smith Lake Trailheads. The area is surrounded by the scenic 235,000 acre Flat Tops Wilderness, so bring your camera.

Fees: $10 (2011)

Usage: Light

Water: Potable Water

Restrooms: Vault Toilet

Closest Town: Yampa

Directions: Directions from Yampa, Colorado: Travel S/SW on Routt County Rd. 7 for approximately 7 miles to FDR 900. Proceed on FDR 900 for approximately 9 miles to Horseshoe Campground on the right side of the road.