Mollie B_White River

White River National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: CARBONDALE, CO, CO

Price: From $32 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (90 reviews)

Season: May through October

Located approximately 14 miles east of Basalt, Colorado in White River National Forest, Mollie B White River Campground sits adjacent to the Ruedi Reservoir at an elevation just under 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.The nearby town of Aspen is a popular destination for visitors to the area.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/mollie-b-white-river to be notified when sites open up.

Beautiful reservoir views at 7,800 feet elevation with excellent fly fishing on the Fryingpan River below. Campers consistently praise the scenic setting, clean facilities, and welcoming staff.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, elk (wapiti), marmots, ground squirrels, and bald eagles observed in the area

Insider tips for Mollie B_White River: Sites 31, 33, 35, 36 have the best lake views Site 33 has potable water access directly adjacent Site 27 offers good tree privacy despite close site spacing

Skip Mollie B_White River if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You prefer spontaneous visits — book early as this federal campground fills quickly. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Mollie B_White River: May-October — Official operating season per RIDB data.

Nearby campgrounds: Little Maud Campground (Carbondale, CO), Ruedi Marina Campground (CARBONDALE , CO), Dearhamer Campground (CARBONDALE, CO), Chapman Campground And Group (Carbondale, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mollie B_White River

Cell signal at Mollie B_White River (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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Mollie B_White River

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CARBONDALE, CO, CO★ 4.3 (90 reviews)From $32/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Located approximately 14 miles east of Basalt, Colorado in White River National Forest, Mollie B White River Campground sits adjacent to the Ruedi Reservoir at an elevation just under 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.The nearby town of Aspen is a popular destination for visitors to the area.

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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 RV60 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
Flush 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 — no hookups available at most sites✕ You prefer spontaneous visits — book early as this federal campground fills quickly✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Sites 31, 33, 35, 36 have the best lake views

Site 33 has potable water access directly adjacent

Site 27 offers good tree privacy despite close site spacing

Best: May-October

Official operating season per RIDB data

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, elk (wapiti), marmots, ground squirrels, and bald eagles observed in the area

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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970-927-0107· 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. Take a right, then a left, and proceed to second campground.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Mollie B_White River cost per night?+
Mollie B_White River costs $32 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Mollie B_White River open?+
Mollie B_White River is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mollie B_White River have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Mollie B_White River?+
Mollie B_White River can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mollie B_White River?+
Mollie B_White River 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 Mollie B_White River?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mollie B_White River is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mollie B_White River open, and what are check-in times?+
Mollie B_White River 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
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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 (90)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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