Seedhouse Campground
Seedhouse Campground is a gateway to the Mount Zirkel Wilderness along the Elk River with plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, off highway vehicles, hunting, fishing, river rafting and more. At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Seedhouse Campground lies in the mountains of the Park Range near the Middle Fork of the Elk River. The Middle Fork of the Elk River is so close, campground visitors can hear its roar. Campers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail via a connector trail nearby. There are 24 campsites, 15 of which may be reserved. There are two hand pump water systems throughout the campground.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
The group site has its own page: Seedhouse Group Site.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 23 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
23 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 005 | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 007 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 008 | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 010 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 011 | Back-in | 20 | Partial | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There are 24 campsites, 15 of which may be reserved. Each site is spacious and equipped with a campfire ring and picnic table. There are two hand pump water systems throughout the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Getting there
From downtown Steamboat Springs, Colorado, take U.S. Highway 40 west and turn right on Routt County Road 129, locally known as Elk River Road. Continue north 17 miles, cross the Elk River just beyond the Clark Store, and turn right along the river on RCR 64, which becomes Forest Road 400/Seedhouse Road. Continue for 9 miles.
| Nearest town | Steamboat Springs, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 40.7724° N, 106.7715° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Koyoty Sports & Trophy Room Artistry ↗ | 47.2 mi |
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Seedhouse Campground - Routt National Forest, CO
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miDiamond Park Trail3.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miThree Island Spur ↗1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
- 0.7 miSwamp Park ↗20.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miThree Island Lake ↗5.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
- 2.4 miHinman Creek ↗6.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miNorth Lake (CDNST) ↗5.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
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 Mount Zirkel Wilderness.
- inMount Zirkel Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 160,309 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
At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Seedhouse lies in the Rocky Mountains in the heart of the Routt National Forest near the Middle Fork of the Elk River, which visitors can hear from the campground. The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompass nearly three million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado. Black bear, bobcat, coyote, elk, mule deer and moose are just some of the many animals that inhabit these rich and diverse lands.
Recreation
Seedhouse is located near Mount Zirkel Wilderness and provides a great gateway for hiking and biking. Trout fishing is accessible on the river as well as several mountain streams. Campers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail via a connector trail nearby.
Nearby
Visitors might also enjoy stopping by Steamboat Lake State Park, only a short drive away. Many more outdoor opportunities exist in the surrounding national forests and grasslands, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback and off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Seedhouse Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Seedhouse Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Seedhouse Campground have?
24 sites, including 23 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Seedhouse Campground?
Seedhouse Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Seedhouse Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Seedhouse Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Seedhouse Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Seedhouse Campground?
Seedhouse is located near Mount Zirkel Wilderness and provides a great gateway for hiking and biking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Seedhouse Campground?
Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Visitors might also enjoy stopping by Steamboat Lake State Park, only a short drive away.
Source: Getting there
What if Seedhouse Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Seedhouse Group Site (2 mi, partly first-come), Hinman Campground (3.9 mi, partly first-come), and Hahns Peak Lake Campground (12.3 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby