Camp Dick

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Morrison, CO, CO

Price: From $17.25 per night

Price range: $17.25–$34.5 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (177 reviews)

Season: May through October

Camp Dick is the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp that was established in the 1930s. It is located just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, on the Middle Saint Vrain Creek.The Middle Saint Vrain Creek is a good fly-fishing stream where anglers cast for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Many trails in the vicinity are open to hiking and biking, including Sourdough and Buchanan Pass trails.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/camp-dick to be notified when sites open up.

Camp Dick sits on the Middle Saint Vrain Creek, a quality fly-fishing stream for rainbow, brown, and cutthroat trout, with proximity to the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway and nearby trails including Sourdough and Buchanan Pass. The campground is located just four miles from the Indian Peaks Wilderness boundary.

Wildlife alert: Moose, North American River Otter, Snowshoe Hare, Pacific Marten, and Fremont's Squirrel present in area. Birds include Wild Turkey, Mountain Bluebird, Northern Shrike, and Common Merganser.

Insider tips for Camp Dick: Book early as a federal campground with high demand Bring your own hookups or use self-contained RV setup Purchase firewood on-site rather than transporting

Skip Camp Dick if: You need RV hookups—most sites have none. You plan to camp outside May-October season. You prefer first-come availability over advance reservations.

Best time to visit Camp Dick: May-October — Verified seasonal operation period.

Nearby campgrounds: Peaceful Valley (Morrison, CO), Pawnee (Morrison, CO), Olive Ridge (Morrison, CO), Meeker Park Overflow Campground (CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Camp Dick

Cell signal at Camp Dick (Morrison, 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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Morrison, CO, CO★ 4.5 (177 reviews)From $17.25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Camp Dick is the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp that was established in the 1930s. It is located just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, on the Middle Saint Vrain Creek.The Middle Saint Vrain Creek is a good fly-fishing stream where anglers cast for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. Many trails in the vicinity are open to hiking and biking, including Sourdough and Buchanan Pass trails.

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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 RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites16 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowersFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump StationFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsElectric Hookups

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 need RV hookups—most sites have none✕ You plan to camp outside May-October season✕ You prefer first-come availability over advance reservations

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as a federal campground with high demand

Bring your own hookups or use self-contained RV setup

Purchase firewood on-site rather than transporting

Best: May-October

Verified seasonal operation period

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: Moose, North American River Otter, Snowshoe Hare, Pacific Marten, and Fremont's Squirrel present in area. Birds include Wild Turkey, Mountain Bluebird, Northern Shrike, and Common Merganser.

Location

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Getting there →

From Denver, travel north on Interstate 25 north, to U.S. Highway 36 and continue west through Boulder, to Lyons. From Lyons, take Highway 7 for 12 miles to Highway 72, then continue south for four miles. Watch for signs for Peaceful Valley and Camp Dick Campgrounds. Turn west onto Middle Saint Vrain Road (County Road 92 & National Forest System Road 114) and proceed approximately one mile to Camp Dick.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Camp Dick cost per night?+
Camp Dick costs $17.25–$34.5 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Camp Dick open?+
Camp Dick is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Camp Dick have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Camp Dick?+
Camp Dick can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Camp Dick?+
Camp Dick 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 Camp Dick?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Camp Dick is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Camp Dick open, and what are check-in times?+
Camp Dick is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
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$17.25 /night★ 4.5 (177)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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