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Red Dirt Reservoir Camground

USFS · Campground · Dispersed · Free

DispersedFree

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Cost
Free
Managed by
USFS
Type
Campground
Hours
This area'is only open seasonally due to weather conditions and snow. Typically the season runs from June - early October. Contact the Yampa Ranger Station for current conditions 970-638-4516
Reservations
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Nearest dump station
Rocky Mountain National Park Dump Station · 53.1 mi
Coordinates
40.1789, -106.5758
Last verified
September 18, 2026
40.1789° N · 106.5758° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

LOCATION:Red Dirt Reservoir is located in the Gore Pass area off HWY134 in the Routt National Forest. It is approximately 40 miles east of Yampa in between the towns of Yampa and Kremmling.DESCRIPTION:Small area offering dispersed camping at the reservoir and rainbow trout fishing. Red Dirt Reservoir is managed by the Yampa Ranger District.RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES: Fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and scenery viewing.KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: The area was burned in 2018 by the Silver Creek Fire so visitors can expect to still see a burn scar. Please be aware of snags and do not camp under dead, burned trees for your safety. SERVICES: 1 vault toilet, no potable water, no trash serviceCAMPING TRAILER USE: For those traveling with trailers, beware there are no pull-throughs which can make turning around difficult depending on the traffic and usage of others during your stay. FIRE RESTRICTIONS: Fire bans and restrictions can take place at any time. Please check with the Yampa Ranger Station prior to arrival for current restrictions970-638-4516

From the USFS.

Is Red Dirt Reservoir Camground free?

Yes. Red Dirt Reservoir Camground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS. It is a dispersed area, so there are no hookups, no water and no trash service unless a report below says otherwise.

How do I get to Red Dirt Reservoir Camground?

Directions from Yampa: Travel south on Hwy 131 approximately 11 miles to Hwy 134. Go east on Hwy 134 approximately 20 miles to Forest Development Road 100. Go north on FDR 100 about 8 miles to FDR 101. Go north on FDR 101 about 2 miles to Red Dirt Reservoir.

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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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