Idlewild Campground
Winter Park, Colorado · USDA Forest Service

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About
Idlewild Campground is off US Highway 40, just south of Winter Park. The campground is well located for hiking, biking, fishing, as well as wildlife viewing and sightseeing. Idlewild Campground sits at 9,000' elevation, along the Fraser River as it runs from its source near Berthoud Pass to its confluence with the Colorado River. Nearby trailheads and 4x4 roads provide access to the Vasquez Wilderness Area, as well as the west side of historic Rollins Pass. The Fraser River Trail runs near the campground, providing a paved path for hiking and biking that connects the towns of Winter Park and Fraser. Afternoon thunderstorms can be expected during spring and summer months. The campground has access to Winter Park via the Fraser River Trail, a road and bike/walking path. Grocery shopping and restaurants are available in the towns of Winter Park and Fraser. The Arapaho National Recreation Area and western portal of Rocky Mountain National Park are within an hour's drive. Hiking, biking, and fishing are all accessible near the campground. Nearby Berthoud Pass is known for its scenic drive. Idlewild Campground has 24 non-electric single sites for camping that can accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. All campsites are equipped with a tent pad, picnic table, metal fire ring, and bear-resistant food storage locker. Additional facilities include restrooms, trash service and drinking water. A campground host is on site.
Directions
From Winter Park, travel one mile south on US Highway 40. The campground is on the east side of the road.
Location
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Details
- State
- Colorado
- City / area
- Winter Park
- Agency
- USDA Forest Service
- Parent area
- Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
- Campsites
- 24
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $29 / night
- Rating
- 4.06 / 5 (69 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Caravan/Camper Van, Pop up
Nearby campgrounds
- Midland Group Campground 5.3 km away
- Midland Group Campground 5.3 km away
- St. Louis Creek 7.1 km away
- Robbers Roost Campground 8.4 km away
- Rainbow Lakes Campground 21.4 km away
- Rainbow Lakes Campground 21.4 km away