Blue River Campground (Co)
White River National Forest — lakeside
Location: Silverthorne, CO, CO
Price: From $25 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (103 reviews)
Season: May through October
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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Bear Boxes
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/blue-river-campground-co to be notified when sites open up.
Blue River Campground is located along the banks of the Blue River between Lake Dillon and Green Mountain Reservoirs in White River National Forest, offering breathtaking scenery and access to one of the top recreation forests in the nation.
Wildlife alert: Pacific Marten, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Mule Deer, Dusky Grouse, Pine Grosbeak, Golden Eagle, American Robin, and Wandering Garter Snake observed in the area.
Insider tips for Blue River Campground (Co): Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV since there are no hookups available Fire rings and bear boxes provided at sites
Skip Blue River Campground (Co) if: You need RV hookups. You plan to camp November through April during off-season. You require full facilities beyond vault toilets.
Best time to visit Blue River Campground (Co): May-October — Campground operates seasonally from May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) (PARSHALL, CO), Heaton Bay (Silverthorne, CO), Windy Point Group (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Prairie Point Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Blue River Campground (Co)
Cell signal at Blue River Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with high demand
Bring a self-contained RV since there are no hookups available
Fire rings and bear boxes provided at sites
Campground operates seasonally from May through October only.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
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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.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — White River National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at White River National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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