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Dearhamer Campground

Dearhamer
Campground Map (Current 2025)
DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

River Access

About Dearhamer Campground

Located approximately 22 miles east of Basalt, Colorado, in the White River National Forest, Dearhamer Campground sits adjacent to the Fryingpan River above Ruedi Reservoir at an elevation of 7,800 feet.

Number of accommodations: 12

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 13 to Oct 29

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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12 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 003, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 004, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 005, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 007, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 008, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 011, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 012, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 013, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (142)

What Guests Are Saying

Dearhamer Campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained environment, with excellent fishing and a serene ambiance provided by the nearby river. Reviewers praised the cleanliness of the facilities, particularly the pit toilets, and the friendliness of the camp hosts. While there were some concerns about site assignments and off-leash dogs, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a favorite spot for many visitors.

Review Summary

4.2
142 reviews
5
57.7%
82
4
22.5%
32
3
7.0%
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2
9.9%
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2.8%
4

Lindsay F

Verified

August 22, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

This campground was absolutely perfect. There was fire wood available to buy, they provided you with fire starter & a screen lid to keep the fire contained, the restrooms were very clean, the sites were spacious, it’s extremely off the grid, and the views nearby are absolutely breathtaking. Oh and there’s also an eagle that lives nearby and is very active. Definitely the highlight of our trip to CO and has turned me into a camping person.

Lindsay F

Verified

August 22, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

This campground was absolutely perfect. There was fire wood available to buy, they provided you with fire starter & a screen lid to keep the fire contained, the restrooms were very clean, the sites were spacious, it’s extremely off the grid, and the views nearby are absolutely breathtaking. Oh and there’s also an eagle that lives nearby and is very active. Definitely the highlight of our trip to CO and has turned me into a camping person.

carol m

Verified

August 15, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

Very pretty setting, fresh water accesses, fairly decent outhouses, very quiet, lots of wildlife, its right next to a river with a trail that leads to it, the drive is a little rough and your vehicle had to be under 35 ft to go on the main road, but overall a great experience.

carol m

Verified

August 15, 2021 Stayed at: 010, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

Very pretty setting, fresh water accesses, fairly decent outhouses, very quiet, lots of wildlife, its right next to a river with a trail that leads to it, the drive is a little rough and your vehicle had to be under 35 ft to go on the main road, but overall a great experience.

Kim N

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

We had a great time. Stayed 3 nights and it rained the first two nights. We had our dog and made sure to keep him on a 6ft leash at all times, although other campers we're not!

Kim N

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

We had a great time. Stayed 3 nights and it rained the first two nights. We had our dog and made sure to keep him on a 6ft leash at all times, although other campers we're not!

Ashleigh B

Verified

July 21, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

2

Seemed like a great campground... Unless you got #13 like we did. Site #13 seems like a former public picnic site adjacent to the actual campground. Big anthills under the picnic table, meaning you can't put your feet down unless you want to be bitten. No shade. The picnic table that's there is the only old one that hasn't been upgraded, and it's falling apart. Don't really understand why that site seems way more neglected than the others, but reserve anything other than #13 and you should be good. Never once saw the host with a 3 night stay, so can't comment on them. 10/10 for the area though, beautiful hiking trails, scenic drives, and the reservoir is nice.

Ashleigh B

Verified

July 21, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

2

Seemed like a great campground... Unless you got #13 like we did. Site #13 seems like a former public picnic site adjacent to the actual campground. Big anthills under the picnic table, meaning you can't put your feet down unless you want to be bitten. No shade. The picnic table that's there is the only old one that hasn't been upgraded, and it's falling apart. Don't really understand why that site seems way more neglected than the others, but reserve anything other than #13 and you should be good. Never once saw the host with a 3 night stay, so can't comment on them. 10/10 for the area though, beautiful hiking trails, scenic drives, and the reservoir is nice.

Kath R

Verified

July 9, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

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Kath R

Verified

July 9, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: DEARHAMER CAMPGROUND

5

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Location Dearhamer Campground

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

Latitude & Longitude: 39.3609 / -106.739

Elevation: 2370 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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