Buckeye Recreation Area (Co)

Manti-La Sal National Forest — fishing

Location: Montrose County, CO, CO

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$50 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (56 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Buckeye Recreation Area is located adjacent to Buckeye Reservoir in Montrose County, Colorado. The area is popular for camping, OHV/ATV trails, hunting and fishing. If you are unfamiliar with the area, please visit our "Facility Information - Getting Here" section for instructions on the best route to get to Buckeye Reservoir before reserving.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/buckeye-recreation-area-co to be notified when sites open up.

Buckeye Recreation Area offers 31 campsites adjacent to Buckeye Reservoir in Montrose County with amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, vault toilets, fishing, and boat launch access. The area is popular for camping, fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, and water activities like kayaking and paddle boating.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, American Elk, Mule Deer, Rock Squirrel, Desert Striped Whipsnake, and Greater Short-horned Lizard documented in area

Insider tips for Buckeye Recreation Area (Co): Book early as this is a popular federal campground Use official RIDB directions to avoid GPS/app routing errors to 4WD roads and locked private gates Area offers star gazing opportunities

Skip Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) if: You require RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites. You need camping outside May-October seasonal operations window. You are unfamiliar with the area and cannot follow official driving directions.

Best time to visit Buckeye Recreation Area (Co): May-October — Verified operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Warner Lake (Moab, UT), Ken’S Lake Group Sites (Moab, UT), Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co) (Whitewater, CO), Lower Onion Creek Group Sites (Moab, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Buckeye Recreation Area (Co)

Cell signal at Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) (Montrose County, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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Buckeye Recreation Area (Co)

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Montrose County, CO, CO★ 4.1 (56 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Buckeye Recreation Area is located adjacent to Buckeye Reservoir in Montrose County, Colorado. The area is popular for camping, OHV/ATV trails, hunting and fishing. If you are unfamiliar with the area, please visit our "Facility Information - Getting Here" section for instructions on the best route to get to Buckeye Reservoir before reserving.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV74 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You require RV hookups - no hookups available at most sites✕ You need camping outside May-October seasonal operations window✕ You are unfamiliar with the area and cannot follow official driving directions

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Use official RIDB directions to avoid GPS/app routing errors to 4WD roads and locked private gates

Area offers star gazing opportunities

Best: May-October

Verified operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, American Elk, Mule Deer, Rock Squirrel, Desert Striped Whipsnake, and Greater Short-horned Lizard documented in area

Location

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Getting there →

Best Route : Head south from Moab on US 191 for approximately 27 miles and turn left onto Highway 46 at La Sal Junction. Continue on Highway 46 for 32 miles into Paradox, Colorado. Turn left at 5.75 Road at the USFS sign. Continue to the T-intersection and left on U5 Road and follow the USFS signs to Buckeye Campground. It is about 13 miles on Forest Service Road 0371 from Paradox to Buckeye Campground and it is winding gravel road. Please drive with caution. Alternative Route : Very muddy or im

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Manti-La Sal National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Manti-La Sal National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) cost per night?+
Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) costs $15–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) open?+
Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Buckeye Recreation Area (Co)?+
Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) can accommodate RVs up to 74 feet.
How do I make reservations at Buckeye Recreation Area (Co)?+
Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Buckeye Recreation Area (Co)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) open, and what are check-in times?+
Buckeye Recreation Area (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$15 /night★ 4.1 (56)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Warner Lake

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From $20/night

Ken’S Lake Group Sites

Moab, UT

From $125/night

Aspen Leaf Cabin (Uncompahgre National Forest, Co)

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From $60/night

Lower Onion Creek Group Sites

Moab, UT

From $150/night

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