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Dry Lake Campground (Co)

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG — lakeside, hiking

Location: Steamboat Springs, CO, CO

Price: From $26 per night

Price range: $26–$50 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Dry Lake Trailhead is located off County Road 60 (Buffalo Pass Road) and is near the Dry Lake Campground. This trailhead provides access to both non-motorized and motorized trails. Access for dirt bikes and other recreational vehicles on Buffalo Pass Road.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Bear Boxes

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

Recently remodeled USFS campground with 22 brand-new sites featuring tables, fire pits, and improved infrastructure. Campers praise it as quiet, dark at night, and well-maintained with excellent access to hiking, biking, and mountain activities in the Park Range.

Wildlife alert: Black bears present in area—use bear boxes provided. Also watch for moose, porcupines, martens, and minks.

Insider tips for Dry Lake Campground (Co): Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Bring bug spray; mosquitoes are present and active during camping season. No hookups available; suitable only for self-contained RVs or tent camping. High-use trailhead with access to both motorized and non-motorized trails via Buffalo Pass Road.

Skip Dry Lake Campground (Co) if: You need RV hookups—none are available.. You prefer larger, more developed campgrounds—only 22 sites total..

Best time to visit Dry Lake Campground (Co): Year-round — Campground operates year-round per verified data, though seasonal operations noted as a consideration..

Nearby campgrounds: Hidden Lakes Campground (WY), Teal Lake Group Campsite (Walden, CO), Grizzly Creek Guard Station (WALDEN, CO), Meadows Campground (Co) (Steamboat Springs, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Dry Lake Campground (Co)

Cell signal at Dry Lake Campground (Co) (Steamboat Springs, 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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    Dry Lake Campground (Co)

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    Steamboat Springs, CO, CO★ 3.8 (9 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Dry Lake Trailhead is located off County Road 60 (Buffalo Pass Road) and is near the Dry Lake Campground. This trailhead provides access to both non-motorized and motorized trails. Access for dirt bikes and other recreational vehicles on Buffalo Pass Road.

    Best for:HikersFamiliesSites:TentRV
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonYear-round
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV92 ft
    Hookups22 electric sites
    Bear boxesYes — at every site
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsBear Boxes
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    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 need RV hookups—none are available.✕ You prefer larger, more developed campgrounds—only 22 sites total.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with high demand.

    Bring bug spray; mosquitoes are present and active during camping season.

    No hookups available; suitable only for self-contained RVs or tent camping.

    High-use trailhead with access to both motorized and non-motorized trails via Buffalo Pass Road.

    Best: Year-round

    Campground operates year-round per verified data, though seasonal operations noted as a consideration.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: Black bears present in area—use bear boxes provided. Also watch for moose, porcupines, martens, and minks.

    Location

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    Directions from Steamboat Springs, Colorado: Travel 4 miles north of Steamboat Springs on Routt County Road #36 (Strawberry Park Rd), then 3.6 miles east on Routt County Road #38 (Buffalo Pass Rd). The campground is located to the north of the road.

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Dry Lake Campground (Co) cost per night?+
    Dry Lake Campground (Co) costs $26–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Dry Lake Campground (Co) open?+
    Dry Lake Campground (Co) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Dry Lake Campground (Co) have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Dry Lake Campground (Co)?+
    Dry Lake Campground (Co) can accommodate RVs up to 92 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Dry Lake Campground (Co)?+
    Dry Lake Campground (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 Dry Lake Campground (Co)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Dry Lake Campground (Co) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Dry Lake Campground (Co) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Dry Lake Campground (Co) is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $26 /night★ 3.8 (9)
    SeasonYear-round
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Hidden Lakes Campground

    WY

    From $20/night

    Teal Lake Group Campsite

    Walden, CO

    From $20/night

    Grizzly Creek Guard Station

    WALDEN, CO

    From $90/night

    Meadows Campground (Co)

    Steamboat Springs, CO

    From $26/night

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