Hawley Creek, Upper Campground
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours/day
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Newland Ranch Dump Station · 65.2 mi
- Coordinates
- 44.6720, -113.1807
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The upper campground has 6 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings, and also has vault toilets but no potable water. Fishing nearby in Hawley Creek, and in the reservoir. The Hawley Creek Trail is less than 2 miles long, but is rather difficult, gaining over 1000 feet in elevation over the distance. Motorized vehicles (ATVs, motorcycles), are allowed on the trail, but not off trail. There is a spur trail to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. The trail opens up into grasslands toward the top.
From the USFS.
Is Hawley Creek, Upper Campground free?
Yes. Hawley Creek, Upper Campground is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Hawley Creek, Upper Campground?
The Hawley Creek Campground is 8 miles southeast of Leadore. Follow Highway 29 east of Leadore, 1 and 1/4 mile, turn right on the county dirt road and go 6 miles to the junction, Forest Service Road #275. Follow road 4 and 1/2 miles east up Hawley Creek to Hawley Creek Upper Campground on the right.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
