Teal Lake Group Campsite
Teal Lake Group Site and Campground is set along a small yet scenic lake in north central Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Located in the Routt National Forest at an elevation of 9,000-ft. the lake is popular for trout fishing and lies close to a wilderness area with a variety of hiking and off-highway vehicle trails.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
| Host/management | 18 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
18 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | A | Standard | 30 | Gravel | No / – | 10 / 2 | 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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Teal Lake provides 17 individual campsites and one group site for up to 30 people. Campsites are private and have ample space. The group site has four picnic tables and two campfire rings for groups to gather.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Early June (weather dependent) to Mid to Late October (weather dependent) |
| Forest | Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG |
| Booking | Only the group site is reservable by going to www.recreation.gov All other sites are first come basis only and do not accept reservations. |
| Fees | $20/single site. Group Site: $40.00/night. 21 person maximum capacity. NO CREDIT CARDS accepted. Exact cash or check only as there is no option for change back if paying cash. Payment instructions are found on the kiosk. |
| Rules | Dogs must be on leash in campground at all times. |
Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Walden: Take Highway 14 west for approximately 11 miles to Hebron. Turn right on County Road 24 driving west. After approximately 10 miles the road becomes Forest Road 60 and passes the Grizzly Creek Guard Station. Turn right on Forest Road 615. Drive approximately 3 miles and turn right into the Teal Lake Campground.
| Coordinates | 40.5847° N, 106.6056° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Never Summer Mountain Products ↗ | 47.3 mi |
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Teal Lake Campground - Routt National Forest, CO
Trails nearby
- 1 miNewcomb Creek ↗6.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miGrizzley-Helena ↗30 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.5 miAqua Fria2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.1 miNewcomb Creek Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG
- 1.8 miGrizzly Trailhead ↗Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin 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
Mount Zirkel Wilderness begins about 4.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.8 miMount Zirkel Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 160,309 acres
- 13.5 miArapaho National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 25,563 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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Natural features
Teal Lake is a 50-acre lake surrounded by a rocky shoreline and pine-fir forest. Some previously forested areas of the campground have been thinned due to pests and thus have more sun than others. Black bear, bobcat, coyote, elk, mule deer and moose are just some of the many animals that inhabit the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. The area is generally snow-free from Memorial Day to Labor Day, but visitors should come prepared for anything, including freezing temperatures and snow during summer.
Recreation
Trout fishing and boating are popular activities in the clear, calm waters of Teal Lake. Only electric boats and non-motorized boats are permitted. Off-road vehicle enthusiasts have easy access to the Grizzly-Helena Trail nearby. Hiking is great in the nearby Mount Zirkel wilderness, though hikers must drive to the trailheads.
Nearby
The closest town is Walden, Colorado. Many more outdoor opportunities exist in the nearly 3 million acres of surrounding national forests and grasslands, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding, OHV riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Teal Lake Group Campsite?
Sites at Teal Lake Group Campsite are reservable on Recreation.gov. Only the group site is reservable by going to www.recreation.gov All other sites are first come basis only and do not accept reservations. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Teal Lake Group Campsite?
$20/single site. Group Site: $40.00/night. 21 person maximum capacity.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Teal Lake Group Campsite?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Teal Lake Group Campsite open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Early June (weather dependent) to Mid to Late October (weather dependent).
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Teal Lake Group Campsite have?
36 sites, including 17 standard sites without power and 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Teal Lake Group Campsite?
Teal Lake Group Campsite is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Teal Lake Group Campsite?
Yes, pets are allowed at Teal Lake Group Campsite. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Teal Lake Group Campsite?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Dogs must be on leash in campground at all times.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Teal Lake Group Campsite?
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 Teal Lake Group Campsite?
Trout fishing and boating are popular activities in the clear, calm waters of Teal Lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Teal Lake Group Campsite is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Summit Lake Campground (4.9 mi, first-come), Hidden Lakes Campground (5.4 mi, first-come), and Granite Campground (7.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby