About Shepherds Rim Campground
Number of accommodations: 15
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (224)
What Guests Are Saying
Shepherds Rim Campground offers stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for many visitors who return annually. Campground host Tim receives high praise for his friendliness and helpfulness, while the facilities, including bathrooms, are noted for their cleanliness. The area provides excellent opportunities for hiking and fishing, enhancing the overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Shepherds Rim Campground offers stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for many visitors who return annually. Campground host Tim receives high praise for his friendliness and helpfulness, while the facilities, including bathrooms, are noted for their cleanliness. The area provides excellent opportunities for hiking and fishing, enhancing the overall experience.
Review Summary
Sharon P
VerifiedAugust 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
The Trapper's Lake area is still in recovery from the fire in 2002 - so be prepared to see lots of dead, standing trees. Still a beautiful and secluded gem.
Sharon P
VerifiedAugust 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
The Trapper's Lake area is still in recovery from the fire in 2002 - so be prepared to see lots of dead, standing trees. Still a beautiful and secluded gem.
Cedric J
VerifiedAugust 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
We could not make our reservation dur to mud slides.
Cedric J
VerifiedAugust 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
We could not make our reservation dur to mud slides.
Matthew W
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
The camp hosts at Shepard's rim were friendly and gracious, campsite was clean and maintained, bathrooms were clean, wood was provided for a fee which was agreeable. Overall the campgrounds looked maintained and heard of no complaints from other nearby campers, the surrounding area had no trash and no fishing line found near the lake's perimeter, very important that people take extra care to help keep the area clean and to stay on trails, it's a very special and delicate wilderness area still recovering from a very intense forest fire. Hiking is easy to moderate with plenty of trails but for visitors keep in mind the Flat Tops is a genuine wilderness area high in the Rockies, far from immediate help and first aid and rescue services, for anyone that plans or decides on longer hikes be prepared to possibly sleep overnight away from the campsites if things "go South", in other words, if you are far enough away from the campsites you are 100% on your own so be safe and well prepared. It is absolutely gorgeous, one of the most stunning and unique wilderness areas I have ever seen in my 50+ years camping and hiking in Colorado and I have been all over the state; treat it with the utmost care and -please- do not leave one spec of trash -Pack it in - Pack it out- It is a Colorado treasure!
Matthew W
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
The camp hosts at Shepard's rim were friendly and gracious, campsite was clean and maintained, bathrooms were clean, wood was provided for a fee which was agreeable. Overall the campgrounds looked maintained and heard of no complaints from other nearby campers, the surrounding area had no trash and no fishing line found near the lake's perimeter, very important that people take extra care to help keep the area clean and to stay on trails, it's a very special and delicate wilderness area still recovering from a very intense forest fire. Hiking is easy to moderate with plenty of trails but for visitors keep in mind the Flat Tops is a genuine wilderness area high in the Rockies, far from immediate help and first aid and rescue services, for anyone that plans or decides on longer hikes be prepared to possibly sleep overnight away from the campsites if things "go South", in other words, if you are far enough away from the campsites you are 100% on your own so be safe and well prepared. It is absolutely gorgeous, one of the most stunning and unique wilderness areas I have ever seen in my 50+ years camping and hiking in Colorado and I have been all over the state; treat it with the utmost care and -please- do not leave one spec of trash -Pack it in - Pack it out- It is a Colorado treasure!
adrian m
VerifiedAugust 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Takes a little bit to get to the campground but it is definitely worth the wait. Quiet and amazing views. Bathrooms were always clean and the trails are right next to the camp site. 10/10 and will be staying here again
adrian m
VerifiedAugust 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Takes a little bit to get to the campground but it is definitely worth the wait. Quiet and amazing views. Bathrooms were always clean and the trails are right next to the camp site. 10/10 and will be staying here again
Cody N
VerifiedAugust 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
We had a great time. Camp site and restrooms were clean and in good condition. The lake is amazing, hiking is very good and lots of it. Don't bring your MTN bikes, none of the trails allow biking, we could only ride on the roads.
Cody N
VerifiedAugust 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
We had a great time. Camp site and restrooms were clean and in good condition. The lake is amazing, hiking is very good and lots of it. Don't bring your MTN bikes, none of the trails allow biking, we could only ride on the roads.
Location Shepherds Rim Campground
Address:
220 East Market Street
Meeker, CO, 81641
United States
From Meeker, take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mile, then turn right on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow this for 39 miles to Trappers Lake Road #205. Turn south on Trappers Lake Road #205, and continue for 10 miles just past the Outlet Trailhead. The Shepherds Rim Campground is on the right.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.9947 / -107.243
Elevation: 2980 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
General
- Please Note: One RV with tow per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.
- All food, beverages, trash and scented items must be properly stored when not attended. Bear-proof food lockers are provided at each site and bear-proof trash receptacles are provided at the campground.
- Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails. Certified weed-free hay is required for any livestock.
- Reserved Sites will be held until the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
- Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
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