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Redstone Campground is set amidst a scattering of aspen groves on a ridge above the Crystal River at 7,800 feet, creating an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in White River National Forest.
Sites in the campground are widely spaced and offer wonderful views of red rock outcroppings and cliffs, though an understory of tall grass and a scattered forest provides plenty of privacy.
Crystal River, a tributary of Roaring Fork River, is renowned for its fly fishing. Rainbow, brown, cutthroat and brook trout are plentiful in this waterway.
A hike up Mt. Sopris offers spectacular panoramic views. This 12,953-foot mountain dominates the surrounding landscape. The hike is 14.8 miles with a 4,600-foot. elevation gain. In summer, wildflowers carpet the trail through aspen groves and mixed conifer forest, climbing up to talus slopes.
Redstone Campground has 37 standard sites, able to accommodate tents, trailers and RVs.
The campground is equipped with picnic tables, a picnic shelter, campfire rings, showers, flush toilets, and drinking water. Electrical hook-ups are available at 17 of the sites for an additional fee. Firewood is available on-site.
Playground facilities and horseshoe pits are great for family and group gatherings.
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.
The Crystal River flows near the campground and drains the Valley of the Coal Miners, a glacial valley that was once a center of coal mining in southwestern Colorado.
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.
The quaint mountain town of Redstone is a hidden gem located south of Carbondale. In addition to shops, galleries, and restaurants, the town boasts a castle that was built by industrialist John Osgood at the turn of the century.
Take I-70 west of Denver to exit 116 (Highway 82 East Glenwood Springs/Aspen). Follow 82 E for about 12 miles, then turn right onto Highway 133 south. Drive about 15 miles, then turn left at north entrance to the town of Redstone, CO. Campground is on left.
There will be a $5/night additional fee charged for those sites with electric hookup.
A very nice older campground. A good deal of space between sites. Hosts are on top of things. Bathrooms and showers are clean. If you have a camping partner who hates vault toilets this is the campground for you.
They have composting toilets so you don't see stuff when you lift the lid. There is no odor too. The shower does not require change. Across from the bridge you entered on is the river access. Bring a chair and sit in the River.
Spend time in Carbondale. You would be hard pressed to find a more dynamic mountain town. Great bike trails. The City Market there is pretty good too. Just walk around the streets. On Wednesday there is a farmers market. Basalt is more touristy. Marble is ok.
Lovely campground, the restrooms/showers very well kept....going in the height of summer you will need a Sunshade n bugspray though
Set in a beautiful valley, the campground is well cared for, bathrooms spotless, hot showers, very few bugs and friendly, hard-working camp hosts. Thanks Gene & Libby for all you do!
Beyond 5-star experience! This campground was clean, clean, clean!! It’s split into 2 sections, 1 side is primarily tent/van/small RV - which is the side I camped on (tent). The bathrooms on this side are vault toilets (2) with a solar powered shower housed in the same bathroom area. I didn’t use the shower, but both the toilet area and shower area were spotless. And the showers are free - wow! Campsite 32 is large and close to the bathroom without being right on top of it. All the sites are well spaced and there are large trees throughout so you don’t really see, or hear, your neighbors. The Crystal River is a walk across the road and the adorable town of Redstone is a 1 mi walk on a paved access road. While in Redstone, Propaganda Pizza is remarakable - with a deep-dish buttery crust I had dreams about. The camp hosts are friendly and take great pride in the campground. HIGHLY recommend this campground.
