Camp Dick
Campground · Colorado · 20 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Roosevelt National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 20
- Bookable sites
- 99 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 15
- People per site
- 16
- Accessible sites
- 8,643 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Camp Dick is the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp that was established in the 1930s. It is located just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, on the Middle Saint Vrain Creek.Recreation
The Middle Saint Vrain Creek is a good fly-fishing stream where anglers cast for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout.Many trails in the vicinity are open to hiking and biking, including Sourdough and Buchanan Pass trails. The Indian Peaks Wilderness boundary is four miles from the west end of the campground.
Mountain biking is allowed on the first five miles of Buchanan Pass Trail. Bikers can ride a loop from Peaceful Valley or Camp Dick, via Buchanan Pass Trail and Middle Saint Vrain Road, or Coney Cutoff and Coney Creek Roads and Sourdough Trail.
The Middle Saint Vrain and Bunce School roads are popular among off-road vehicle enthusiasts.
Guided horseback riding is available at Peaceful Valley Lodge, which is just over a mile away.
Facilities
Campsites will accommodate tents and RVs. Sites includes picnic tables and campfire ring with grill. Water spigots, vault toilets, and trash services are provided at the campground. Firewood may be purchased during the peak season. There are no electrical hook-ups, dump stations, or showers. Tents must remain on tent pads.Natural Features
The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Saint Vrain Creek in a glacial valley surrounded by mixed conifer and aspen forests and an open meadow.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.Nearby Attractions
The town of Allenspark is less than 10 miles north of the campground, and has a restaurant and a grocery store.Rocky Mountain National Park's main entrance is 25 miles north of the campground, in Estes Park. With lush valleys and craggy peaks reaching elevations higher than 14,000 feet, visitors are provided opportunities for countless breathtaking experiences and adventures. Scenic driving, hiking, backpacking, fishing, horseback riding and wildlife viewing are popular activities available within the park.
Estes Park is a full-service community. Dining, shopping, rafting, fly fishing, horseback riding and golfing opportunities are available there. Lake Estes offers boating, sailboarding and fishing.
Charges & Cancellations
Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.
The facts
- 20 bookable sites
- 42 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 16 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 99 ft
- Up to 15 people per site
- Loops: CAMP, MANAGEMENT
Site types
- 22 Management
- 20 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
42 campsites at Camp Dick
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 007 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 15 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 008 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 009 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 010 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 012 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 15 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 021 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 15 | 🐾 |
| 022 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 025 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 030 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 031 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 032 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 033 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 034 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 035 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 036 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 037 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 038 | CAMP | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 15 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 001 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0011 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0013 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0014 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0015 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0016 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0017 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0018 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0019 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 002 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0020 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0024 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0026 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0028 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 003 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0039 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 004 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0040 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 0041 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 005 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 006 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| XXX | MANAGEMENT | Management | Back In | Gravel | 99 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Denver, travel north on Interstate 25 north, to U.S. Highway 36 and continue west through Boulder, to Lyons.
From Lyons, take Highway 7 for 12 miles to Highway 72, then continue south for four miles. Watch for signs for Peaceful Valley and Camp Dick Campgrounds. Turn west onto Middle Saint Vrain Road (County Road 92 & National Forest System Road 114) and proceed approximately one mile to Camp Dick.
From Lyons, take Highway 7 for 12 miles to Highway 72, then continue south for four miles. Watch for signs for Peaceful Valley and Camp Dick Campgrounds. Turn west onto Middle Saint Vrain Road (County Road 92 & National Forest System Road 114) and proceed approximately one mile to Camp Dick.
40.13000, -105.51833 · 40°7'48.0"N 105°31'6.0"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 5.4 | 3.6 | 1.9 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.2 | 3.2 | 4.6 | 4.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Camp Dick
- Can you reserve a site at Camp Dick?
- Yes, Camp Dick is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Camp Dick have?
- 42 sites in total, of which 20 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Camp Dick?
- 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Camp Dick?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Camp Dick.
Also listed by
Camp Dick also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Camp Dick's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- See general fees on the campground table or recreation.gov . Fees are reduced when the water system is off. Interagency Senior, Interagency Access, Golden Age and Golden Access passes provide cardholders a 50% discount on campground fees (this discount only applies to single campsites).
Restrictions:
- Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times; a maximum of eight people are allowed at most sites; oversized sites allow a maximum of 12 people, (units 7, 11, 12, 21, 24, 28, 38, 39 and 40); RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Fishing is permitted in accordance with regul
Camping near Camp Dick
- Peaceful Valley 0.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Pawnee 2.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Olive Ridge 5.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Middle Saint Vrain Trailhead Day Pass 3.6 mi · Activity pass
- Pawnee Campground 4.4 mi · Campground
- Johnny Park Road (#118) 7.2 mi · Facility
- Pierson Park Road (#119) 7.3 mi · Facility
- South Saint Vrain Picnic Area 7.5 mi · Facility
- Meeker Park Overflow Campground 7.8 mi · Campground
- Bright Extension Trailhead 8.1 mi · Facility
- Gordon Gulch Dispersed Camping Area 8.3 mi · Campground
- Boulder Canyon 8.6 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 303-541-2500
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-08-11.
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