Can you reserve a site at Seedhouse Campground?

Yes, Seedhouse Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Seedhouse Campground have?

24 sites in total, of which 23 can be booked.

Are pets allowed at Seedhouse Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Seedhouse Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Seedhouse Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Seedhouse Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Seedhouse Campground, Colorado — 23 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Seedhouse Campground is a gateway to the Mount Zirkel Wilderness along the Elk River with plenty of opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping, off highway vehicles, hunting, fishing, river rafting and more. At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Seedhouse Campground lies in the mountains of the Park Range near the Middle Fork of the Elk River. The Middle Fork of the Elk River is so close, campground visitors can hear its roar. Campers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail via a connector trail nearby. There are 24 campsites, 15 of which may be reserved. Remaining sites are first-come, first-served. There are two hand pump water systems throughout the campground.

Recreation

Seedhouse is located near Mount Zirkel Wilderness and provides a great gateway for hiking and biking. Trout fishing is accessible on the river as well as several mountain streams.

Campers can access the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail via a connector trail nearby.

Facilities

There are 24 campsites, 15 of which may be reserved. Remaining sites are first-come, first-served. Each site is spacious and equipped with a campfire ring and picnic table. There are two hand pump water systems throughout the campground.

Natural Features

At an elevation of 8,000 feet, Seedhouse lies in the Rocky Mountains in the heart of the Routt National Forest near the Middle Fork of the Elk River, which visitors can hear from the campground.

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.

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

Season: Early to Mid-June – Mid October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
23 bookable sites
24 sites in total, including non-bookable
Up to 10 people per site
Loops: SEEDHOUSE

Site types

23 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

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24 campsites at Seedhouse Campground

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	SEEDHOUSE	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
002	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
003	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
004	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
005	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	10	🐾
006	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
007	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
008	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
009	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	10	🐾
010	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	10	🐾
011	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
012	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
013	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	—	—	10	🐾
014	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
015	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
016	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
017	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	—	—	10	🐾
018	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
019	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
020	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
021	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
022	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
023	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	10	🐾
024	SEEDHOUSE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	—	—	10	🐾

Getting there

From downtown Steamboat Springs, Colorado, take U.S. Highway 40 west and turn right on Routt County Road 129, locally known as Elk River Road. Continue north 17 miles, cross the Elk River just beyond the Clark Store, and turn right along the river on RCR 64, which becomes Forest Road 400/Seedhouse Road. Continue for 9 miles. Seedhouse Campground is on the right, just after the bridge over the North Fork of the Elk River.

40.77238, -106.77147 · 40°46'20.6"N 106°46'17.3"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	4.8	4.2	3.3	3.9	3.0	1.7	1.3	1.6	2.4	3.3	3.6	4.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.5 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 Seedhouse Campground

Can you reserve a site at Seedhouse Campground?: Yes, Seedhouse Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Seedhouse Campground have?: 24 sites in total, of which 23 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at Seedhouse Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Seedhouse Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Seedhouse Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Seedhouse Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Seedhouse Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Seedhouse Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$26 per site. Exact cash or check only as there is no option for change back if paying cash. NO CREDIT CARDS accepted. Payment instructions are found on the kiosk.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Seedhouse Campground

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Dry Lake Campground (CO) 16.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Steamboat Lake Parking Lot 9.8 mi · Facility
Hahns Peak Lake Campground 12.7 mi · Campground
Big Creek Lake Boat Access 14.1 mi · Facility
Summit Lake Campground 16.3 mi · Campground
Grizzly Guard Station Interpretive Site 17.5 mi · Facility

Contact

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

Seedhouse Campground