Shepherds Rim Campground

220 East Market Street, Meeker, Colorado, United States
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About Shepherds Rim Campground

Surrounded by mountains and nestled near the wilderness, the Shepherds Rim Campground at Trappers Lake has 15 scenic campsites. Located at 9.7 ft in elevation, visitors can locate this campground on the right side of the road as you travel south from the Trappers Lake Outlet area.

Available sites

15 total sites
RV Sites 13 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 2 sites Check Availability

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - Jun 3 to Nov 2

Campground Amenities

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Pet friendly Pet friendly
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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15 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 002, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 003, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 004, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 006, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 007, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 011, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
⛺ 013, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 015, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through

Reviews

277 reviews

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Shepherds Rim Campground is highly praised for its beautiful location, clean facilities, and the exceptional service provided by camp host Tim, who is described as friendly and proactive. Campers appreciate the well-maintained bathrooms, spacious campsites, and easy access to numerous hiking trails and fishing spots. While some noted limited privacy and the presence of mosquitoes, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

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4.7

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Kurt S

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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND

The campground is always clean and well maintained, especially the bathrooms. This is a pleasant place to visit and I come back often.

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Verlan S

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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND

One afternoon we went horseback riding at Trapper's Lake Lodge. We had a great time, certainly the highlight of our trip.

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Kurt S

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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 006, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND

The campground is always clean and well maintained, especially the bathrooms. This is a pleasant place to visit and I come back often.

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Verlan S

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January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND

One afternoon we went horseback riding at Trapper's Lake Lodge. We had a great time, certainly the highlight of our trip.

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Location & Directions for Shepherds Rim Campground

220 East Market Street, Meeker, CO 81641 United States

Elevation: 2,980 ft

Getting There

From Meeker, take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mi, then turn right on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow this for 39 mi to Trappers Lake Road #205. Turn south on Trappers Lake Road #205, and continue for 10 mi just past the Outlet Trailhead. Th...

Nearest town

Meeker, CO - 49 mi

About over 1 hr (81 min) to downtown

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. 
  • Click Here for more information about White River National Forest.

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