Idlewild Campground
Idlewild Campground is off US Highway 40, just south of Winter Park. The campground is well located for hiking, biking, fishing, as well as wildlife viewing and sightseeing.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| RV, no hookups | 24 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
24 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 2 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 3 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 4 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 5 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 6 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 7 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 8 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 9 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 10 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 8 / 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 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
Idlewild Campground has 24 non-electric single sites for camping that can accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. All campsites are equipped with a tent pad, picnic table, metal fire ring, and bear-resistant food storage locker. Additional facilities include restrooms, trash service and drinking water. A campground host is on site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG |
| Fees | There is a fee. Check the campground table for more information. |
| Rules | A single site may hold up to eight people. Tents must fit on the pads provided. RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Driving or parking off road is not permitted. Maximum Vehicle Length: 30'. Pets must be on a hand-held leash. |
Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Winter Park, travel one mile south on US Highway 40. The campground is on the east side of the road.
| Nearest town | Morrison, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.9055° N, 105.7804° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
30 mi from the campground · 390 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Epic Mountain Sports ↗ | 0.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump Station ↗ | 17.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 33.5 mi |
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Idlewild Campground - Winter Park CO
Worth a stop
The campground has access to Winter Park via the Fraser River Trail, a road and bike/walking path. Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in the towns of Winter Park and Fraser. The Arapaho National Recreation Area and western portal of Rocky Mountain National Park are within an hour's drive.
- 5.8 miSecond Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.6 mi
- 7.8 miByers Peak Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 9.2 miClear Creek Picnic Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miSerenity1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miLower Cherokee0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miIce Hill0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miFraser River0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miEye to Eye2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miUpper Cherokee0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.1 miTwin Bridges Trailhead ↗Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
- 1.7 miMeadow Trailhead ↗Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
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
James Peak Wilderness begins about 3.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.2 miJames Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 17,109 acres
- 4.2 miVasquez Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 13,000 acres
- 7.4 miIndian Peaks Wilderness ↗Wilderness · FS/NPS · 77,932 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Idlewild Campground sits at 9,000' elevation, along the Fraser River as it runs from its source near Berthoud Pass to its confluence with the Colorado River. Nearby trailheads and 4x4 roads provide access to the Vasquez Wilderness Area, as well as the west side of historic Rollins Pass. The Fraser River Trail runs near the campground, providing a paved path for hiking and biking that connects the towns of Winter Park and Fraser. Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months.
Recreation
Hiking, biking, and fishing are all accessible near the campground. Nearby Berthoud Pass is known for its scenic drive.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Idlewild Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Idlewild Campground?
There is a fee. Check the campground table for more information.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Idlewild Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Idlewild Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Idlewild Campground have?
25 sites, including 24 RV sites without hookups.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Idlewild Campground?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Idlewild Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Idlewild Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Idlewild Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Idlewild Campground?
Hiking, biking, and fishing are all accessible near the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Idlewild Campground?
Morrison, Colorado. The campground has access to Winter Park via the Fraser River Trail, a road and bike/walking path.
Source: Getting there
What if Idlewild Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Midland Group Campground (3.3 mi), St. Louis Creek (4.4 mi, partly first-come), and Robbers Roost Campground (5.2 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby