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Campground · USDA Forest Service · Medicine Bow-Routt NFs and Thunder Basin NG Fees: $20/single site, $40/double site per day. Exact cash or check only as there is no option for change back if paying cash. NO CREDIT CARDS accepted. Payment instructions are found on the kiosk. Season: Early June to Mid to Late October (weather dependent) Reservations: 24 of the campsites are under the reservation system and the remainder 30 sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov . Overview The popular Big Creek Lakes Campground offers a peaceful, scenic setting in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of northern Colorado. The campground is located in Routt National Forest at an elevation of 9,000-ft., and is adjacent to Big Creek Lake, where fishing, boating and hiking are available. Trails and one corral are available for the Equestrians. Recreation This campground offers boating and fishing on Colorado's second largest natural lake, hiking in the Mount Zirkel Wilderness and ATV trails nearby. There are also ample opportunities for viewing wildlife, including moose. Fishing for trout, muskie, grayling and Kokanee salmon is available in the lake. Anglers also have access to a creek. Non-motorized boats are allowed on the upper section of the lake and motorized boats are permitted on the lower section. Facilities This facility has a campground and day use area.… Getting there: From Walden, follow Route 125 north for 9 miles into Cowdrey. Turn left (west) onto CR 6W and travel 18 miles to Pearl. Turn onto Forest Road 600 and drive for 6 miles, following signs to campground. Rules: Dogs must be leashed in campground and day use areas; horses only at Seven Lakes Trailhead corral, and are not allowed in campsites. Wilderness restrictions apply within Mount Zirkel Wilderness. Phone: 970-723-2700 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231864 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: H.Westfahl, USFS
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