Gore Creek Campground
Gore Creek Campground is situated six miles east of Vail, Colorado, at an elevation of 8,700 feet and centrally located for recreation and relaxation in the White River National Forest.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
| Tent-only | 9 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
25 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 02 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 03 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic |
| 04 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 05 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic |
| 06 | Tent only | 52 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic |
| 07 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 08 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | Partial | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic |
| 09 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic | |
| 10 | Standard | 35 | Gravel | 10 / 1 | Yes | Basic |
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 |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers 16 back-in sites, eight walk-in tent sites; number 18 is a fully accessible tent site, four handicapped accessible bathrooms and bear-resistant food lockers. Parking spurs for campsites are up to 35 feet long. RVs longer than this would not fit in this campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | White River National Forest |
| Booking | Visit Recreation.gov |
Weather by month
Getting there
Travel east on I-70 to Exit 180 for East Vail. Turn right and follow the south frontage road (Bighorn Road) east to the road closure gate at about 2 miles. The campground is on the left just before the gate.
| Nearest town | Minturn, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.6275° N, 106.2725° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireWillow
29 mi from the campground · 7,359 acres · 92% contained
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
42 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 | Vail Sports ↗ | 5.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 16.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 57.8 mi |
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Gore Creek Campground - Vail Colorado
Worth a stop
The nearby town of Vail is a popular destination for visitors to the area. From downhill skiing and world-class fly fishing, to dining and resorts, there are a multitude of outdoor and indoor opportunities in this resort mountain town.
- 14.7 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miVail - Frisco Rec Path ↗14.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miDeluge Lake4.1 mi trail · hiking
- 0.3 miGore Creek ↗7.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.5 miBighorn3.4 mi trail · hiking
- 1.9 miTwo Elk ↗10.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miPitkin ↗4.8 mi trail · hiking, horse
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, which overlaps White River National Forest.
- inEagles Nest Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 135,104 acres
- inWhite River National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,482,711 acres
- 10.2 miHoly Cross Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 122,453 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
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 10 peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation. Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Black bear and mule deer are common. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.
Recreation
The Gore Creek campground is located along Gore Creek in a forested setting near the boundary of the Eagles Nest Wilderness. This is the closest campground to the town of Vail and there are several trailheads nearby into the Eagles Nest Wilderness; all wilderness regulations must be observed when traveling in the wilderness (foot and horse travel only). The campground is also located at the west end of the paved Vail Pass/Tenmile Canyon recreation trail open to foot traffic and bicycles.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Gore Creek Campground?
Sites at Gore Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Visit Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Gore Creek Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Gore Creek Campground have?
25 sites, including 16 standard sites without power and 9 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Gore Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 35 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 Gore Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Gore Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Gore Creek 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 Gore Creek Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, 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 Gore Creek Campground?
The Gore Creek campground is located along Gore Creek in a forested setting near the boundary of the Eagles Nest Wilderness. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Gore Creek Campground?
Minturn, Colorado. The nearby town of Vail is a popular destination for visitors to the area.
Source: Getting there
What if Gore Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Blue River Campground (10.1 mi), Heaton Bay (10.5 mi, partly first-come), and Hornsilver Campground (10.8 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby