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Currently at the Blue there is no charge for camping, however campers must have an annual fishing or hunting license or a Blue River Passport in lieu of the license. Campsite availability is on a first come first serve basis; no reservations. The Blue offers primitive camping at it's best. The beautiful and rustic setting is a campers dream.
Area 1
Area 1 runs downstream from Hughes Crossing and is one mile long. There are 29 campsites in Area 1 along with four parking spots. At the end of Area 1 is a large camping site that can be used for group camping. There are two primitive rest room facilities in Area 1. Area 1 consists of five large falls with a number of smaller ripples, forks, and branches. During season trout can be seen rising quite often in some of the slower pools above the heads of the smaller falls.
Area 2
Area 2 is upstream from Hughes Crossing on the west side of the river. Including the parking area Area 2 offers 41 camping spots and the parking area is often used by RV owners. There is one primitive bath room facility at the north end of Area 2 and a bath room facility close to the parking area. There are seven larger falls within Area 2 and a number of ripples, pools, and eddies. From the north end of Area 2, anglers can take a trail that will lead to Desperado Springs and the south walk in trail of the south wildnerness Area.
Area 3
Area 3 is across Hughes Crossing and has 4 campsites. There is a primitive rest room facility nearby. Area 3 is a more remote camping site and access to the river is by walk in.
Area 4
Area 4 is a remote campsite with two campsites. This area is for those wanting to get away from it all. Walk in access to the river. No primitive rest room facilities.
Areas 5 & 6
There are two campsites at Area 5. Area 5 is located across from the south end of Area 1. Campsites are located on a bluff overlooking a beautiful falls. No primitive rest room facilities.
Area 6 is one large group area which can easily accomodate 15 to 20 tents. A primitive rest room located at Area 6. Area 6 and the upstream area is known as the "mystic" place and enchanted woods of Blue River. The upstream water forks and splits several directions creating intimate waterways.
This campground is so beautiful! I just wish campers did a better job of picking up their trash. They also need a trash can in/outside of the bathrooms. Also, be sure to bring an ice chest that has a sturdy latch of some sort, or else the raccoons will get your food!
One of the last places you can camp for free. The water is usually clear and cold, unless there is a storm.
Lots of great camping places.
There are NO showers or running water so it's roughing it a little.
(Dollar general Market is less than 6mins away if you need water or food)
Camping places fill up fast during holidays so get there early.
A great place, fishing was great. Looking forward to for I next trip.
One of our favorite places! It's gorgeous 😍 BUT just a heads up, you will NEED to HAVE water shoes. You are walking on rocks in the water. BIG ROCKS. You can see the rocks for the most part but just be prepared. The rope swings are a blast too!
The Blue River is fantastic. Be sure to check out Scotty’s at the entrance. Very clean camp ground and great fishing
