Campground Details - PROSPECTOR, CO - ReserveAmerica

Overview

At an elevation of 9,000 feet, Prospector Campground is in the heart of Summit County in the White River National Forest.

The sites offer open views to Dillon Reservoir and several mountain ranges, an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation.

Due to the pine beetle infestation and removal of hazard trees, there is little or no shade in the campground.

Natural Features:

In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting 8 wilderness areas, 4 defined seasons, and 10 peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation.

Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.

Recreation:

Dillon Reservoir, often referred to as Lake Dillon, is the greatest draw to this campground. At 3,233 acres and 26.8 miles of shoreline, Dillon Reservoir is an ideal spot for fishing, boating, and sailing. The reservoir supports a healthy population of rainbow trout and brown trout. Occasionally, a few cutthroat trout make their way into the lake from feeder streams.

Opportunities for hiking and biking include more than 7 paved miles of the 50-mile Summit County trail system.

From the reservoir, the Old Dillon Reservoir trail is a favorite. This short, easy trail has spectacular views of the Tenmile Range and the Continental Divide. The Old Dillon Reservoir was built in the 1930s to supply water to the original town of Dillon, which is now covered by the new Dillon Reservoir.

For those wanting a bit more solitude, hiking in the Ptarmigan Wilderness area is a wonderful escape from the crowds.

Facilities:

Prospector Campground has 105 sites, able to accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. One tent-only site is available. Roads and spurs are not paved.

The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water. No electrical hook-ups are available. Firewood is for sale from hosts at the campground.

Boat ramp access is available in the marinas located in the nearby towns of Frisco and Dillon.

Nearby Attractions:

Arapahoe Basin, Keystone, Breckenridge, and Copper Mountain ski resorts are all located within 10 miles from Dillon Reservoir. These resorts stay open year round.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Biking Birding Boating Campfire Rings Drinking Water Firewood Fishing Hiking Lake Access	Parking Area Picnic Area Recycling Sailing Self Pay Station Trails Trash Collection Vault Toilets Wildlife Viewing
Within 10 Miles
Boat Ramp Grocery Store	Marina Restaurant

Know Before You Go

This facility is operated by White River Recreation, a division of California Land Management and your comments are appreciated; comment forms are available from campground hosts or on CLM's website.
Body contact with reservoir prohibited; no swimming, water skiing, jetskiing, or scuba diving in the lake
Several campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis
Passport holders must present Golden Age/Access Passport on site or they will be required to pay the full fee
Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails
In accordance with standard industry practices, there will be a $5 additional vehicle fee on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicles in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered as 1 vehicle for determining additional vehicle fees. The third and fourth motorcycle would also be considered as 1 vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.
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Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
39.59583, -106.03444
39°35'45"N, 106°2'4"W

From I-70, take the Silverthorne exit 205. Travel east on Highway 6, approximately 4 miles to Swan Mountain Road. Turn right and travel for 2 miles to Prospector and Windy Point Campground sign. Take dirt road 1 mile to campground entrance.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

PROSPECTOR
WHITE RIVER
CO

Phone Number:

Information: (970)927-0107

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