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
Taylor M
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Very friendly & helpful camp host! Tim gave us great fishing tips. The campsite itself is quiet, with multiple water sources and very clean toilets. Definitely bring mosquito repellent, but we didn't find the mosquitoes to be oppressive as long as we kept up with the bug spray. Can't wait to come back!
Taylor M
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Very friendly & helpful camp host! Tim gave us great fishing tips. The campsite itself is quiet, with multiple water sources and very clean toilets. Definitely bring mosquito repellent, but we didn't find the mosquitoes to be oppressive as long as we kept up with the bug spray. Can't wait to come back!
William S
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Host was extremely helpful in getting us settled. Also very gracious and welcoming.
William S
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Host was extremely helpful in getting us settled. Also very gracious and welcoming.
Andrea F
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Great campsite near lakes and trails! Site 10 felt private and tucked away. We saw a gorgeous white tailed deer on the hill by the site as we were eating dinner. The camp host was fantastic, super friendly and it’s obvious how much he enjoys being there - plus it shows with how well maintained the campsite is. The road to the campsite is very groomed and we didn’t have any trouble in a Honda HRV.
Andrea F
VerifiedJune 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Great campsite near lakes and trails! Site 10 felt private and tucked away. We saw a gorgeous white tailed deer on the hill by the site as we were eating dinner. The camp host was fantastic, super friendly and it’s obvious how much he enjoys being there - plus it shows with how well maintained the campsite is. The road to the campsite is very groomed and we didn’t have any trouble in a Honda HRV.
Rachael L
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
This site is delightful; my family and I had a wonderful time. The camp host is super helpful and kind, the bathrooms were clean and stocked the whole time. The wildflowers and mushrooms were everywhere :)
Rachael L
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
This site is delightful; my family and I had a wonderful time. The camp host is super helpful and kind, the bathrooms were clean and stocked the whole time. The wildflowers and mushrooms were everywhere :)
Lee E
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
Best campground host ever
Gustavo H
VerifiedJune 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SHEPHERDS RIM CAMPGROUND
The campsite itself and the surrounding area was beautiful. However, when we got there there was no water available even though it was advertised as having them. Apparently a snow plow broke the water main. We were never informed of this prior to coming to the campsite. So thankfully the camp host had a large water container that he shared water with us for dishes but it was not potable. He did also give us a gallon of water. We then had to go back into town, 1.5 hours each way, to go get drinking water. The tent pad on site 1 was definitely on the smaller side and I was not able to set up my 8 person tent fully as the floor space was not enough. The absolute WORST thing was the mosquitos. I have been camping all over Colorado and in Florida and I have only had one other experience that was this bad. It was like literal clouds of mosquitos and it didn't matter the time of day. I had to use deep woods off and even then if I missed a spot they found it, not matter how small. Before you think it was this bad because of the nearby lakes, I have camped at several other spots on lakes and it was not even close to this bad. I even camped once at the lakefront campground in Steamboat Springs, which is about 3 hours away, and had zero problems with mosquitos. Again the scenery was great, but I definitely will not be back.
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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Last updated: June 4, 2026
