Blacktail Creek Campground
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Blacktail Creek Campground
$20.00 - $20.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$20.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
The fee is $20 per site, payable by exact cash or check only. Payment instructions are located at the kiosk. No credit cards are accepted.
About this campground
Tucked away off Highway 134 between Kremmling and Yampa, Blacktail Creek Campground offers an intimate escape into Colorado's high country. This hidden gem features just eight thoughtfully spaced sites, each equipped with a tent pad, fire grate, and picnic table for your comfort. Vault toilets provide necessary amenities while maintaining the campground's rustic charm. From your site, gaze out over sprawling meadows where Blacktail Creek meanders through stands of quaking aspens, creating a serene backdrop for your mountain retreat.
Blacktail Creek Campground caters to campers seeking a rustic experience with options for tent camping and small RVs.
Historical Significancenull
Weather and SeasonsAt 9,000 feet, Blacktail Creek experiences the dramatic seasonal shifts characteristic of Colorado's high elevations. The campground typically welcomes visitors from June through October, when mountain passes clear and wildflowers burst into bloom. Summer brings warm days perfect for creek-side relaxation, while crisp autumn nights showcase the aspens in their golden glory. Winter transforms this landscape into a snow-blanketed wonderland, though frigid temperatures and heavy snowfall close the campground during these months. The dry mountain climate during camping season means sunny days are plentiful, though afternoon thunderstorms can roll through quickly.
ElevationPerched at 9,000 feet above sea level, Blacktail Creek Campground delivers that crisp, pine-scented mountain air that makes every breath feel refreshing. This elevation places you firmly in Colorado's montane zone, where the thin air creates brilliantly blue skies by day and spectacular stargazing by night. The high altitude setting ensures cool temperatures even during summer's peak, offering a natural escape from the heat of lower elevations.
Natural Features and SceneryThe campground's setting reads like a Colorado postcard come to life. Blacktail Creek bubbles and dances through the property, providing a soothing soundtrack to your stay. Expansive meadows stretch before you, where summer brings a painter's palette of wildflowers swaying in tall grasses. The surrounding aspen groves create natural privacy between sites and put on a spectacular show each fall when their leaves turn to shimmering gold. Unlike many Colorado forests, these aspens show minimal signs of beetle damage, standing tall and healthy against the mountain sky. It's the kind of unspoiled scenery that reminds you why you came to the mountains in the first place.
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Campsite details
AccessibilityNo specific accessibility features are detailed in the provided materials.
Sites SizeSites are suitable for tents and small campers. Site #2 is noted as a pull-through large enough for a 33-foot RV.
Sites PrivacySites are well-spaced, ensuring privacy and preventing campers from feeling too close to one another.
Total Campsites8 campsites
Recommended CampsitesSite #2 is recommended for larger RVs due to its pull-through design. Tent campers may appreciate other sites for their spacing and privacy.
Best CampsitesSite #2 was noted as a pull-through site large enough for a 33' RV, located comfortably near restrooms and dumpsters.
Reserving a campsite
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Groups
No group camping sites are available.
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed
Site layoutThe campground is laid out in a one-way loop with wide turns for easy navigation.
Open and Closed SeasonOpen seasonally, weather dependent, typically June-October.
Reservation PlatformsFirst come, first served. No reservations allowed.
Walk-in AvailabilityAll sites are walk-up/first-come, first-serve with no reservation option.
Cancellation Policynull
Amenities available
Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets
Activities you can enjoy
Blacktail Creek Campground offers limited recreational activities. Visitors can enjoy the serene environment for relaxation and basic outdoor activities.
Fishing
Fishing is available in the nearby river or stream, as noted in official materials.Wildlife viewing
The area is an active bear and moose region, providing opportunities for wildlife observation.Winter Activities
No information is provided about winter-specific recreation activities.Water Sports
No non-motorized water sports such as kayaking or paddleboarding are mentioned.Campground rules
- Pets are allowed
- Campfires are allowed in designated fire grates.
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Hazards
General hazardsActive bear and moose area. Campers are advised to exercise caution.
Active alertsMosquitoes are "exceptionally thick this year" as per official sources.
Weather forecast
65
°F
Aug 25
Monday
Mainly clear
Precipitation: 0%
Moderate wind, may affect light items
Humidity: 46%
Comfortable humidity levels
Wind: 6.8 mph
Moderate wind, may affect light items
Mainly clear
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Trash and recyclingThe campground provides bear-safe trash bins and dumpsters, which are located within 100 yards of some campsites according to user reviews.
Proximity to water featuresBlacktail Creek is nearby, mentioned in user reviews.
Common complaintsSome visitors have commented on the overgrown nature of the sites and lack of well-maintained grounds.
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Driving directionsDirections from Yampa: Travel south on Colorado Hwy 131 approximately 9 miles to Colorado Hwy 134. Go east on Hwy 134 approximately 14 miles to Blacktail Creek Campground, located on the right side of the road.
The campground offers easy on and off access from Hwy 134, which can be seen from the highway. The road quality is not explicitly mentioned, but no reports of challenging terrain or seasonal closures are found.Nearby places
Kremmling and Yampa, CO (distance not provided)
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Camper Reviews
4.3
8 reviews
Blacktail Creek Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews of Blacktail Creek Campground are generally positive, highlighting its peaceful environment, cleanliness, and suitability for a quiet getaway. Campers appreciate its scenic setting and basic amenities, though some note the overgrown state of the sites.
Review Summaries
Based on 8 reviews
What Campers Love
Campers commend the campground's cleanliness, well-maintained facilities (especially the vault toilet), and scenic views of meadows and Aspen trees. The peace and quiet in the evenings are frequently...
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Common Concerns
Common complaints include overgrown grass at the campsites, lack of shade, and limited activities on-site. Seasonal mosquito issues are also noted in official sources.
Based on 8 reviewsPro Tips & Recommendations
Campers recommend bringing various insect repellents due to thick mosquitoes during the season and being prepared with exact cash for the site fee. They also suggest visiting during the fall to enjoy...
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Seasonal Insights
The campground is most popular in the late summer and fall, with visitors particularly enjoying the changing leaves. However, the mosquito problem is prevalent earlier in the season, and overgrown...
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Camper Quotes
1. 'The vault toilet was clean and did not smell!' - Lilvia Bradbury
2. 'The campground overlooks a meadow and Blacktail Creek, mostly Aspen, not much beetle kill in sight.' - Paul Vetrone
3. 'Lovely...
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Site-Specific Reviews
Site #2 is noted as a pull-through large enough for a 33-foot RV. Most sites are ideal for tents and small campers.
Based on 8 reviewsAccessibility Features
No specific reviews mention accessibility features.
Based on 8 reviewsPet-Friendly Features
Pets are allowed but must be kept on a leash at all times, as emphasized in official materials and reviews.
Based on 8 reviewsLast updated August 10, 2025