Seedhouse Campground

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

Location: STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO, CO

Price: From $26 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (49 reviews)

Season: May through October

Seedhouse Campground is a gateway to the Mount Zirkel Wilderness along the Elk River with plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, off highway vehicles, hunting, fishing, river rafting and more. At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Seedhouse Campground lies in the mountains of the Park Range near the Middle Fork of the Elk River. The Middle Fork of the Elk River is so close, campground visitors can hear its roar.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

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

Seedhouse Campground is a gateway to Mount Zirkel Wilderness along the Elk River at 8,000 feet elevation, offering abundant hiking, biking, fishing, and horseback riding opportunities. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a beautiful, well-maintained campground with newer bathrooms and close proximity to the river.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Mule Deer, American Beaver, Red Fox, Dusky Grouse, Steller's Jay, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Seedhouse Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly. Arrive mid-week (Thursday or earlier) to secure sites before weekend crowds. Newer bathrooms are well-stocked; sites near bathrooms are preferred by campers.

Skip Seedhouse Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You visit outside May-October — campground operates seasonally.. You want shaded sites — reviewers note relatively little tree cover between sites..

Best time to visit Seedhouse Campground: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.. Thursday-early week visits — Google reviewers report weekday arrivals help avoid full campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Seedhouse Guard Station (STEAMBOAT SPRINGS , CO), Seedhouse Group Site - Medicine-Bow Routt Nf (Co) (STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO), Hinman Campground (Co) (Steamboat Springs, CO), Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt Nf (Co) (COLORADO, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Seedhouse Campground

Cell signal at Seedhouse Campground (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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STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO, CO★ 4.4 (49 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Seedhouse Campground is a gateway to the Mount Zirkel Wilderness along the Elk River with plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, off highway vehicles, hunting, fishing, river rafting and more. At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Seedhouse Campground lies in the mountains of the Park Range near the Middle Fork of the Elk River. The Middle Fork of the Elk River is so close, campground visitors can hear its roar.

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

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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, only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You visit outside May-October — campground operates seasonally.✕ You want shaded sites — reviewers note relatively little tree cover between sites.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground that fills quickly.

Arrive mid-week (Thursday or earlier) to secure sites before weekend crowds.

Newer bathrooms are well-stocked; sites near bathrooms are preferred by campers.

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data.

Best: Thursday-early week visits

Google reviewers report weekday arrivals help avoid full 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: Moose, Mule Deer, American Beaver, Red Fox, Dusky Grouse, Steller's Jay, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From downtown Steamboat Springs, Colorado, take U.S. Highway 40 west and turn right on Routt County Road 129, locally known as Elk River Road. Continue north 17 miles, cross the Elk River just beyond the Clark Store, and turn right along the river on RCR 64, which becomes Forest Road 400/Seedhouse Road. Continue for 9 miles. Seedhouse Campground is on the right, just after the bridge over the North Fork of the Elk River.

Campground entrance

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Community

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

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 Seedhouse Campground cost per night?+
Seedhouse Campground costs $26 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Seedhouse Campground open?+
Seedhouse Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Seedhouse Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Seedhouse Campground?+
Seedhouse Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Seedhouse Campground?+
Seedhouse 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 Seedhouse Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Seedhouse Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Seedhouse Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Seedhouse Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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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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$26 /night★ 4.4 (49)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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