Teal Lake Group Campsite

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

Location: Walden, CO, CO

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$40 per night

Rating: 3 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day

Teal Lake Group Site and Campground is set along a small yet scenic lake in north central Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Located in the Routt National Forest at an elevation of 9,000-ft., the lake is popular for trout fishing and lies close to a wilderness area with a variety of hiking and off-highway vehicle trails.Trout fishing and boating are popular activities in the clear, calm waters of Teal Lake. Only electric boats and non-motorized boats are permitted.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Scenic lakeside campground in Routt National Forest at 9,000 ft elevation popular for trout fishing with access to wilderness hiking and OHV trails. Google reviewers consistently praise the clean facilities, beautiful surroundings, and excellent fly fishing opportunities (4.7/5 stars from 36 reviews).

Wildlife alert: Moose, Greater Sage-Grouse, Sandhill Crane, Red Fox, and White-tailed Jackrabbit present in area

Insider tips for Teal Lake Group Campsite: Book early as a federal campground with limited availability during peak season Only electric and non-motorized boats permitted on Teal Lake Fly fishing is particularly productive at this location

Skip Teal Lake Group Campsite if: You need full RV hookups - most sites have no hookups and are only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit outside Memorial Day through Labor Day - campground operates seasonally only. You want to launch a motorized boat - only electric and non-motorized vessels allowed.

Best time to visit Teal Lake Group Campsite: Late May - Early June — Early in the Memorial Day through Labor Day season with fewer crowds and better booking availability. September — Note: Season officially ends Labor Day, but late summer offers good fishing conditions before closure.

Nearby campgrounds: Grizzly Creek Guard Station (WALDEN, CO), Hidden Lakes Campground (WY), Dry Lake Campground (Co) (Steamboat Springs, CO), Dumont Campground (STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Teal Lake Group Campsite

Cell signal at Teal Lake Group Campsite (Walden, CO): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

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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Teal Lake Group Campsite

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Walden, CO, CO★ 3 (7 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Teal Lake Group Site and Campground is set along a small yet scenic lake in north central Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Located in the Routt National Forest at an elevation of 9,000-ft., the lake is popular for trout fishing and lies close to a wilderness area with a variety of hiking and off-highway vehicle trails.Trout fishing and boating are popular activities in the clear, calm waters of Teal Lake. Only electric boats and non-motorized boats are permitted.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Electric Hookups

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 full RV hookups - most sites have no hookups and are only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit outside Memorial Day through Labor Day - campground operates seasonally only✕ You want to launch a motorized boat - only electric and non-motorized vessels allowed

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as a federal campground with limited availability during peak season

Only electric and non-motorized boats permitted on Teal Lake

Fly fishing is particularly productive at this location

Best: Late May - Early June

Early in the Memorial Day through Labor Day season with fewer crowds and better booking availability

Best: September

Note: Season officially ends Labor Day, but late summer offers good fishing conditions before closure

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose, Greater Sage-Grouse, Sandhill Crane, Red Fox, and White-tailed Jackrabbit present in area

Location

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Getting there →

From Walden: Take Highway 14 west for approximately 11 miles to Hebron. Turn right on County Road 24 driving west. After approximately 10 miles the road becomes Forest Road 60 and passes the Grizzly Creek Guard Station. Turn right on Forest Road 615. Drive approximately 3 miles and turn right into the Teal Lake Campground.

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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

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How much does Teal Lake Group Campsite cost per night?+
Teal Lake Group Campsite costs $20–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Teal Lake Group Campsite open?+
Teal Lake Group Campsite is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Teal Lake Group Campsite have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Teal Lake Group Campsite?+
Teal Lake Group Campsite is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Teal Lake Group Campsite?+
Teal Lake Group Campsite 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 Teal Lake Group Campsite?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Teal Lake Group Campsite is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Teal Lake Group Campsite open, and what are check-in times?+
Teal Lake Group Campsite is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$20 /night★ 3 (7)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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