Chapman Campground And Group

White River National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Carbondale, CO, CO

Price: From $30 per night

Price range: $30–$260 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (291 reviews)

Season: May through October

Situated above the Ruedi Reservoir, Chapman Campground sits at the base of a wide valley adjacent to the Fryingpan River in White River National Forest. Sites are surrounded by lodgepole pine, and several are at the river’s edge, offering an ideal setting for visitors seeking recreation and relaxation.For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Chapman Campground has 84 standard sites suitable for tents, trailers, and RVs. The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Chapman Campground sits at the base of a wide valley adjacent to the Fryingpan River in White River National Forest, surrounded by lodgepole pine with several sites at the river's edge. The Fryingpan River is renowned for fly fishing and offers recreation opportunities including biking, hiking, and wildlife viewing.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Red Fox, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and Wandering Garter Snake present within 8km. Birds include Red-tailed Hawk, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, and Northern Flicker.

Insider tips for Chapman Campground And Group: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Several sites are located directly at the river's edge for premium fishing access Fryingpan River below Ruedi Dam has large rainbow, brown, cutthroat and brook trout

Skip Chapman Campground And Group if: You need full RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit November through April—seasonal closure. You prefer modern amenities—only vault toilets and basic facilities available.

Best time to visit Chapman Campground And Group: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Dearhamer Campground (CARBONDALE, CO), Little Mattie Campground (Carbondale, CO), Ruedi Marina Campground (CARBONDALE , CO), May Queen (LEADVILLE, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Chapman Campground And Group

Cell signal at Chapman Campground And Group (Carbondale, 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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Carbondale, CO, CO★ 4.7 (291 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Situated above the Ruedi Reservoir, Chapman Campground sits at the base of a wide valley adjacent to the Fryingpan River in White River National Forest. Sites are surrounded by lodgepole pine, and several are at the river’s edge, offering an ideal setting for visitors seeking recreation and relaxation.For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Chapman Campground has 84 standard sites suitable for tents, trailers, and RVs. The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water located in Loops F, G & H.

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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.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 full RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit November through April—seasonal closure✕ You prefer modern amenities—only vault toilets and basic facilities available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Several sites are located directly at the river's edge for premium fishing access

Fryingpan River below Ruedi Dam has large rainbow, brown, cutthroat and brook trout

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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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, Red Fox, Yellow-bellied Marmot, and Wandering Garter Snake present within 8km. Birds include Red-tailed Hawk, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, and Northern Flicker.

Location

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970-927-0107· White River National Forest
Getting there →

Take I-70 west of Denver to Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Take exit 116 (Highway 82) south to Basalt. At Basalt, take Frying Pan Road. Go 29 miles to Chapman Campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Chapman Campground And Group cost per night?+
Chapman Campground And Group costs $30–$260 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Chapman Campground And Group open?+
Chapman Campground And Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Chapman Campground And Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Chapman Campground And Group?+
Chapman Campground And Group can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Chapman Campground And Group?+
Chapman Campground And Group 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 Chapman Campground And Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Chapman Campground And Group is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Chapman Campground And Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Chapman Campground And Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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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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$30 /night★ 4.7 (291)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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