Blue River Campground
Blue River Campground is located 10 minutes north of Silverthorne on Highway 9 in White River National Forest. This cozy campground is located between Lake Dillon and Green Mountain Reservoirs along the banks of the Blue River. With breath taking scenery and the sound of the flowing river, this is a favorite spot for many.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 21 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
Site guide
24 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 14 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 14 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Tent only | Back-in | 15 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 10 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | Tent only | Back-in | 11 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 10 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 14 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Tent only | Back-in | 14 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 18 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Blue River Campground has 24 standard sites suitable for tents and smaller trailers. Vault toilets are provided. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring and bear box.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | White River National Forest |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Silverthorne, on Interstate 70 take exit 205 and go north 8 miles north on Colorado Highway 9. Turn right onto Forest Rd. 1877. From Kremmling, Colorado, turn off Highway 40 onto Colorado Highway 9 South and go 30 miles, turn left onto Forest Rd 1877 at Blue River Campground.
| Nearest town | Silverthorne, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.7260° N, 106.1311° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
37 mi from the campground · 390 acres
- WildfireWillow
38 mi from the campground · 7,359 acres · 92% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Fly Fishing ↗ | 7.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 25 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 49.9 mi |
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Blue River Campground - Silverthorne Colorado
Worth a stop
- 7.2 miWilliams Fork Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.2 miWilliams Fork Trailhead Day Use ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1.1 miEast Pioneer Creek1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.2 miNot Rock Creek ↗6.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.5 miNot Rock0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.6 miPebble Creek1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.6 miPioneer Creek0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.8 miBushee Creek0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.2 miNorth Rock Creek #46 ↗White River National Forest
- 2.5 miAcorn Creek TH #71 ↗White River National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Eagles Nest Wilderness.
- inEagles Nest Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 135,104 acres
- 2.4 miPtarmigan Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 12,615 acres
- 7 miWhite River National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,482,711 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined seasons and ten peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation. The White River National Forest was established in 1891 as the White River Plateau Timber Reserve; the second such reserve to be named in the United States. In 1905, the newly formed Forest Service was given authority of the reserve. Long before this designation, the area was home to the Ute Indians who followed herds of elk and bison on their seasonal migrations. Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan.
Recreation
Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the White River National Forest is one of the top recreation forests in the nation. Anglers will find populations of rainbow and brown trout when casting their lines out into the water. River access through the campground is for paid campers only. Boating, kayaking, paddleboarding and endless miles of hiking trails are within a short drive in either direction from the campground.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Blue River Campground?
Sites at Blue River Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Blue River Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Blue River Campground have?
24 sites, including 21 standard sites without power and 3 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Blue River Campground?
Blue River Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Blue River Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Blue River Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Blue River Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Blue River Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Blue River Campground?
Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the White River National Forest is one of the top recreation forests in the nation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Blue River Campground?
Silverthorne, Colorado.
Source: Getting there
What if Blue River Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Columbine Landing Recreation Site (2.3 mi, first-come), South Fork Group Site (7.1 mi, partly first-come), and Sugarloaf Campground (7.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby