Can you reserve a site at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?

Yes, Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO) have?

38 sites in total, of which 26 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?

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

Are pets allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO).

Are campfires allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?

Campfires are allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO), Colorado — 26 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Hahns Peak Lake Campground lies on the shore of a small, scenic lake 30 miles north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Families and outdoor enthusiasts love the abundant hiking, hunting, off highway vehicles, mountain biking and fishing opportunities. With an elevation of 8,500 feet, the campground offers spectacular views of the forested lakeshore, picturesque mountain lake, and iconic views of Hahns Peak, the eastern most point of the Elkhead Mountains. Hahns Peak Lake Campground consists of 23 single unit campsites and 3 double sites for larger groups. The campground is situated in a spruce, pine and fir forest along the shore of the 160-acre Hahns Peak Lake in the Routt National Forest of northwest Colorado. Lupine, Columbine and other colorful wildflowers appear throughout the campground in warmer months.Hahns Peak Lake Campground lies on the shore of a small, scenic lake just 30 miles north of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Families and outdoor enthusiasts love the abundant hiking, mountain biking and fishing opportunities.

Recreation

The lake provides trout fishing on or off shore, as well as boating for non-motorized or electric motor boats only.

Hiking, mountain biking and off-road vehicles can be enjoyed on most of the areas trails, including a popular biking loop on the Prospector Trail. The West Side Lake Trail winds for nearly a mile along the lake shore.

Facilities

Hahns Peak Lake Campground consists of 23 single unit campsites and three double sites for the larger groups. The facility is small but campsites are spacious and private.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a spruce, pine and fir forest along the shore of the 160-acre Hahns Peak Lake in the Routt National Forest of north central Colorado. Lupine and other colorful wildflowers appear throughout the campground in warmer months.

The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompass nearly three million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado.

Black bear, bobcat, coyote, elk, mule deer and moose are just some of the many animals that inhabit these rich and diverse lands.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors might also enjoy stopping by Steamboat Lake State Park, only a short drive away, or going into the town of Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Many more outdoor opportunities exist in the surrounding national forests and grasslands, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback and off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.

The facts

26 bookable sites
38 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 99 ft
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: Lake, MANAGEMENT, Woods

Site types

26 Standard Nonelectric
12 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

38 campsites at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
001	Lake	Management	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
002	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
003	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
004	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
005	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	35 ft	10
006	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10
007	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	60 ft	16	🐾
008	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10	🐾
009	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10	🐾
010	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
011	Lake	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
001	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
010	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
011	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
012	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
013	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
014	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
015	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
021	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
022	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
026	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—	—
XXX	MANAGEMENT	Management	Pull Through	Gravel	—	99 ft	10
012	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
013	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
014	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
015	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
016	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10	🐾
017	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10	🐾
018	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10	🐾
019	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10	🐾
020	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	25 ft	10	🐾
021	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
022	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
023	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	60 ft	16	🐾
024	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
025	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	35 ft	10	🐾
026	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	10	🐾
027	Woods	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	Slight	60 ft	16	🐾

Getting there

From Steamboat Springs, Colorado, take U.S. Highway 40 west for 1.2 miles and turn north onto County Road 129. Proceed for 28 miles, then take Forest Road 486 west for 2 miles to the campground.

40.83944, -106.98972 · 40°50'22.0"N 106°59'23.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	3.8	3.3	2.9	3.6	2.7	1.4	1.4	1.4	2.0	2.5	2.8	3.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.3 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 Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)

Can you reserve a site at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?: Yes, Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO) have?: 38 sites in total, of which 26 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?: 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO).
Does Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO) have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)?: Campfires are allowed at Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Contact

Phone 970-870-2299
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Hahns Peak Lake Campground - Medicine-Bow Routt NF (CO)