Chapman Campground and Group

Aspen Sopris Ranger District Po Box 309, Carbondale, Colorado, United States
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Chapman Campground
CHAPMAN CAMPGROUND AND GROUP
CHAPMAN CAMPGROUND AND GROUP
CHAPMAN CAMPGROUND AND GROUP
CHAPMAN CAMPGROUND AND GROUP

About Chapman Campground and Group

Situated above the Ruedi Reservoir, Chapman Campground sits at the base of a wide valley adjacent to the Fryingpan River in White River National Forest. Sites are surrounded by lodgepole pine, and several are at the river's edge, offering an ideal setting for visitors seeking recreation and relaxation.

Available sites

76 total sites
RV Sites 67 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 9 sites Check Availability

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Upcoming seasons
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Closed periods
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Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

76 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 001, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 002, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 003, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 004, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 006, Loop: A Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 010, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: C RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 014, Loop: C Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 015, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 017, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: D RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 30 ft long · Gravel
🚐 024, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 30 ft long · Gravel
🚐 025, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · 30 ft long · Gravel
⛺ 026, Loop: E Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ 027, Loop: E Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
🚐 031, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: E RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 045, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 048, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 049, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 050, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 051, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 052, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 053, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 054, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 055, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 056, Loop: F RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 057, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 058, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 059, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 060, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 061, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 062, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 063, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 064, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 065, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 066, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 067, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 068, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 069, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 070, Loop: G RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 071, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 072, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 073, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 074, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 075, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 076, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 077, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 078, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 079, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 080, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 081, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 082, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 083, Loop: H RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 1, Loop: CHAP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

665 reviews

Summary

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Chapman Campground offers a beautifully maintained environment with exceptionally clean bathrooms and friendly, helpful hosts. Campers appreciate the spacious, accessible sites and nearby recreational opportunities, including hiking and fishing. While some guests noted issues with water quality and occasional odor from outhouses, the overall experience is highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

Overall rating

Based on 665 reviews

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4 stars 11.7% (78)
3 stars 2.7% (18)
2 stars 2.0% (13)
1 star 2.7% (18)

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Leah K

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September 5, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: A

This was so beautiful, quiet, and fun. I enjoyed every second of this trip.

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Leah K

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September 5, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: A

This was so beautiful, quiet, and fun. I enjoyed every second of this trip.

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Joseph B

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September 2, 2022 Stayed at: 077, Loop: H

Cleanest bathrooms at any campground I’ve ever been to. Great fishing and a beautiful spot with lots of hiking near by.

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Joseph B

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September 2, 2022 Stayed at: 077, Loop: H

Cleanest bathrooms at any campground I’ve ever been to. Great fishing and a beautiful spot with lots of hiking near by.

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Jerry G

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September 1, 2022 Stayed at: 067, Loop: G

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Jerry G

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September 1, 2022 Stayed at: 067, Loop: G

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Kristen W

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August 29, 2022 Stayed at: 083, Loop: H

Beautiful campground, sites were large and very quiet.

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Kristen W

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August 29, 2022 Stayed at: 083, Loop: H

Beautiful campground, sites were large and very quiet.

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Alanna S

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August 28, 2022 Stayed at: 078, Loop: H

Loved this campground. Relatively secluded in a beautiful atmosphere

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Alanna S

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August 28, 2022 Stayed at: 078, Loop: H

Loved this campground. Relatively secluded in a beautiful atmosphere

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Location & Directions for Chapman Campground and Group

Aspen Sopris Ranger District Po Box 309, Carbondale, CO 81623 United States

Elevation: 2,620 ft

Getting There

Take I-70 west of Denver to Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Take exit 116

(Highway 82) south to Basalt. At Basalt, take Frying Pan Road. Go 29 mi to Chapman Campground.

Nearest town

Carbondale, CO - 41 mi

About over 1 hr (69 min) to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-70, which is approximately 29 miles from the exit at Glenwood Springs. From I-70, take exit 116 for Highway 82 south to Basalt, then follow Frying Pan Road to the campground.

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