Idlewild Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Rocky Mountain National Park Dump Station · 32.9 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.9051, -105.7804
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Located next to US Highway 40 and just before the town of Winter Park, this first-come, first-served campground has 24 non-electric sites that will accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate and picnic table. Additional facilities include restrooms, trash service, drinking water, and bear boxes for food storage. Campground Map
From the USFS.
Is Idlewild Campground free?
No. Idlewild Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Idlewild Campground?
One mile south of Winter Park on US Highway 40.
What are the rules at Idlewild Campground?
A single site may hold up to eight people. Tents must fit on the pads provided. RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Driving or parking off road is not permitted. Maximum Vehicle Length: 30 . Pets must be on a hand-held leash.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
