Little Maud Campground

White River National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Carbondale, CO, CO

Price: From $32 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (94 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located approximately 14 miles east of Basalt, Colorado, in the White River National Forest, Little Maud Campground is situated on Ruedi Reservoir at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Sites at this campground open up to views of the reservoir and starry nighttime skies. A mixed conifer forest hems in the shoreline and nearby peaks offer an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation.Renowned for its fly fishing, Fryingpan River flows below Ruedi Dam.

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, Boat Launch

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

Little Maud Campground offers spectacular scenery with reservoir views and starry skies in a mixed conifer forest setting at 7,800 feet elevation. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a beautiful, quiet place for unwinding with great access to water and outdoor recreation.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also watch for wapiti, yellow-bellied marmots, and golden-mantled ground squirrels. Common birds include mountain chickadees, black-capped chickadees, and Canada jays.

Insider tips for Little Maud Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 21 sites and high demand Bring a water container; drinkable water pump is available but reviewers note it's better to be prepared No cell reception—embrace it or plan accordingly

Skip Little Maud Campground if: You need RV hookups; most sites have no hookups, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October; campground operates seasonally. You require cellular connectivity; multiple reviewers report no reception.

Best time to visit Little Maud Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Mollie B_White River (CARBONDALE, CO), Ruedi Marina Campground (CARBONDALE , CO), Dearhamer Campground (CARBONDALE, CO), Chapman Campground And Group (Carbondale, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Little Maud Campground

Cell signal at Little Maud Campground (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★ 4.3 (94 reviews)From $32/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Located approximately 14 miles east of Basalt, Colorado, in the White River National Forest, Little Maud Campground is situated on Ruedi Reservoir at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Sites at this campground open up to views of the reservoir and starry nighttime skies. A mixed conifer forest hems in the shoreline and nearby peaks offer an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation.Renowned for its fly fishing, Fryingpan River flows below Ruedi Dam.

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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 RV83 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterBoat Launch
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 RV hookups; most sites have no hookups, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May-October; campground operates seasonally✕ You require cellular connectivity; multiple reviewers report no reception

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 21 sites and high demand

Bring a water container; drinkable water pump is available but reviewers note it's better to be prepared

No cell reception

embrace it or plan accordingly

Best: May-October

Official 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: Mountain lions present in area; also watch for wapiti, yellow-bellied marmots, and golden-mantled ground squirrels. Common birds include mountain chickadees, black-capped chickadees, and Canada jays.

Location

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801-226-3564· White River National Forest
Getting there →

Take I-70 west of Denver to Glenwood Springs Exit 116, Highway 82 to Basalt. At Basalt, take Frying Pan Road 15 miles to the Ruedi Complex Entrance.

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 Little Maud Campground cost per night?+
Little Maud Campground costs $32 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Little Maud Campground open?+
Little Maud Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Little Maud Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Little Maud Campground?+
Little Maud Campground can accommodate RVs up to 83 feet.
How do I make reservations at Little Maud Campground?+
Little Maud Campground 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 Little Maud Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Little Maud Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Little Maud Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Little Maud Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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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$32 /night★ 4.3 (94)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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