Pumphouse Recreation Area

Pumphouse Recreation Area Entry Sign
Pumphouse Reserveable Campground Entrance
Overview Map of Pumphouse Recreation Area

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

20 total sites

Tent Sites

20 sites

About Pumphouse Recreation Area

Managed by Kremmling Field Office  The Pumphouse Recreation Area is part of the Upper Colorado River Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA), providing opportunities for developed camping, river access and access to hiking trails. With over 100,000 annual visitors the sites facilities include 3 developed boat ramp sites, 12 vault toilets, day use and overnight parking, 18 Single Campsites and 2 Group Campsites. The campground has a seasonal potable water system that may be in operation between mid-April to mid-November (not available for trailer hookups or filling of Recreational Vehicle and Travel Trailer filling).

Number of accommodations: 20

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 1 to Nov 29

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

20 Sites Available

Site
Price
1, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
10, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
11, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
12, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
13, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
14, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
15, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
16, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
17, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
18, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
2, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
3, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
4, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
5, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
6, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
7, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
8, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
9, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
10 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Group Site A, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
30 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
Group Site B, Loop: Pumphouse Tent
30 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (58)

What Guests Are Saying

Pumphouse Recreation Area offers spacious campsites in a beautiful setting near the Colorado River, making it ideal for fishing and outdoor activities. Many visitors appreciate the scenic views and well-maintained facilities, including the addition of potable water. However, some campers noted noise issues from nearby parking and trains, as well as concerns about cleanliness and the proximity of campsites, particularly in certain areas. Overall, it's a popular spot for nature lovers and families seeking a relaxing experience.

Review Summary

4.0
58 reviews
5
48.3%
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4
27.6%
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10.3%
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6.9%
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David M

Verified

June 21, 2026 Stayed at: 7, Loop: Pumphouse

5

Everything was nice, kept up and clean.

Beau D

Verified

June 14, 2026 Stayed at: 7, Loop: Pumphouse

5

superb

Jason C

Verified

June 10, 2026 Stayed at: 18, Loop: Pumphouse

5

Great, remote location with access to Colorado River. Sites have plenty of room between each other and amenities were clean and easily accessible.

Mark P

Verified

May 23, 2026 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Pumphouse

5

My overnight was in-panned. I needed to go back up road a few miles before I could get signal to make reservation.
Camp host was very friendly,

Grant S

Verified

May 23, 2026 Stayed at: 12, Loop: Pumphouse

5

Clean toilets and a neat campground. Very quiet this time of year. Enjoyed the access to the river.

Aylon B

Verified

May 20, 2026 Stayed at: 10, Loop: Pumphouse

5

Always awesome! Beautiful and relaxing!

Bryan D

Verified

May 17, 2026 Stayed at: 15, Loop: Pumphouse

4

Overall beautiful location with little to no light pollution for star gazing. Bathrooms were clean and host was new but friendly.

Bryan M

Verified

December 23, 2025 Stayed at: 13, Loop: Pumphouse

5

Great place
Better facilities

Bradley D

Verified

October 28, 2025 Stayed at: 6, Loop: Pumphouse

5

Easy to access. Close to the river (we're fisher persons).

Amy W

Verified

October 26, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Pumphouse

5

Dark sky!!!

Location Pumphouse Recreation Area

Address:
Pumphouse Recreation Area
Bond, CO, 80423
United States

Highway access

Pumphouse Recreation Area is accessible via US Highway 40, located approximately 15 miles to the north.

Elevation: 2143 feet

Distance to downtown

18 mi drive to downtown Bond (about 31 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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