Ruedi Marina Campground
White River National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: CARBONDALE , CO, CO
Price: From $29 per night
Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (15 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located approximately 14 miles east of Basalt, Colorado, in the White River National Forest, Ruedi Marina 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.For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Ruedi Marina Campground has eight standard
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
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Ruedi Marina Campground offers stunning reservoir views at 7,800 feet elevation in White River National Forest with excellent fly fishing on the Fryingpan River below Ruedi Dam. Campers consistently praise the beautiful setting, awesome hosts, and great fishing opportunities.
Wildlife alert: North American Mountain Lions present in area; also watch for Wapiti, Yellow-bellied Marmots, and Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels. Birds include Mountain Chickadees, Black-capped Chickadees, Canada Jays, and House Wrens.
Insider tips for Ruedi Marina Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 7 sites Plan water usage carefully; no hookups available and limited water supply reported by campers Visit by July 4th for full reservoir conditions for paddle boarding, wake surfing, and tubing
Skip Ruedi Marina Campground if: You require full hookups or sewer access. You need camping outside May-October season. You prefer larger campgrounds with more amenities.
Best time to visit Ruedi Marina Campground: July-August — Reservoir reaches full capacity by July 4th; peak season for water sports and fishing. May-June — Opening of seasonal operations; fewer crowds.
Nearby campgrounds: Little Maud Campground (Carbondale, CO), Dearhamer Campground (CARBONDALE, CO), Chapman Campground And Group (Carbondale, CO), Yeoman Campground (Eagle, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Ruedi Marina Campground
Cell signal at Ruedi Marina 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.
Located approximately 14 miles east of Basalt, Colorado, in the White River National Forest, Ruedi Marina 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.For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Ruedi Marina Campground has eight standard sites suitable for trailers, and RVs.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 7 sites
Plan water usage carefully; no hookups available and limited water supply reported by campers
Visit by July 4th for full reservoir conditions for paddle boarding, wake surfing, and tubing
Reservoir reaches full capacity by July 4th; peak season for water sports and fishing
Opening of seasonal operations; fewer crowds
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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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.
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- 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.
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