Can you reserve a site at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)?

Yes, Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO) have?

43 sites in total, of which 40 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)?

50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO).

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO), Colorado — 40 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Cold Springs Campground is located on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, north of Blackhawk on the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, in north central Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for its scenic and off-road driving, and nearby hiking and fishing opportunities.

Recreation

The surrounding area has many great hiking trails. There is an easy hiking trail out of the campground for families with small children. In addition, the short, but steep Vista Trail climbs just a quarter-mile but rewards hikers with spectacular views of the vast Mount Evans Wilderness Area and valley below.

Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, known as the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.

Facilities

There are 38 sites in the campground. Sites 1 through 5 are pull-over's with wooden retaining walls. You climb several steps to reach the picnic tables, fire rings and tent pads. These sites are not suitable for RVs with slide-outs. Sites 9 & 11 are pull-over's which also will not accommodate large RVs or slide-outs.

Each site has a picnic table and fire ring or grate. The maximum vehicle length that can be accommodated is 40 feet. Most sites are shaded and the interior roads are gravel. Water hydrants, tent pads, vault toilets and trash service are provided. There is a playground for small children.

Natural Features

The campground is located in a mountainside aspen and lodgepole pine forest, at an elevation of 9,200 feet.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

Nearby Attractions

The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. Popular events held in the town include Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals.

Golden Gate Canyon State Park is just seven miles away. The scenic park offers over 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and horseback riding are allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond in the park is open to 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

40 bookable sites
43 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 50 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: COLD, Walk-in

Site types

32 Standard Nonelectric
5 Walk To
3 Management
3 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Fire pits
Picnic tables
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, grills, shade.

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43 campsites at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)

Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
002	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
003	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
004	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
005	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
006	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
007	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
008	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
009	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
010	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
011	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	🐾
012	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
013	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
014	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
015	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
016	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
017	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
018	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
019	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
020	COLD	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	8	🐾
021	COLD	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	8	🐾
022	COLD	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	8	🐾
023	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
024	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
025	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
026	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
027	COLD	Management	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
028	COLD	Management	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	8	🐾
029	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
030	COLD	Management	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
031	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
032	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
033	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
034	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	8	🐾
035	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
036	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
037	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
038	COLD	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	🐾
W1	Walk-in	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
W2	Walk-in	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
W3	Walk-in	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
W4	Walk-in	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
W5	Walk-in	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Interstate 25 in Denver, go west on 6th Avenue to State Highway 6, through Clear Creek Canyon. Turn onto State Highway 119, heading toward Black Hawk and Central City. Follow the highway approx. 5 miles north of Black Hawk, to the campground.

39.84167, -105.49417 · 39°50'30.0"N 105°29'39.0"W

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Typical weather

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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.6 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 Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)

Can you reserve a site at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)?: Yes, Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO) have?: 43 sites in total, of which 40 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)?: 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO).

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Contact

Phone 801-226-3564
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-08-11.

Cold Springs - Arapaho Roosevelt NF (CO)