Thompson Creek Campground
Campground · Colorado ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
Colorado River Valley Field Office (Bureau of Land Management CO) · Open Access
- 7,287 ft
- Elevation
The Thompson Creek Recreation Management Area is located just a few miles southwest of Carbondale and provides beautiful, remote recreational opportunities. On the North end of the RMA is the Lorax trail, which is a popular non motorized route. In the southwest corner of the area is the Thompson Creek campground and trail, which winds along Thompson Creek to views of the rare geologic “fin” formations. There are 4 shaded campsites along the creek with metal fire rings. There are not picnic tables or restrooms. Must pack out all human waste to eliminate contamination of creek. There are not waste collections. Access is not recommended during wet or snowy conditions. For more information, please contact the Colorado River Valley Field Office.
Getting there
The campground is located along Thompson Creek. Go west on State Highway 133 in the town of Carbondale. At the roundabout take Main Street (County Road 108) which turns into North Thompson Creek Road. Parking for the Lorax trail head is approximately 4 miles up on the left. Travel 3.2 additional miles and turn left on to South Thompson creek road which leads you to the campground along the creek. The road is not marked to turn. The campsites are approximately 2.1 miles from the turn.
39.32292, -107.28240 · 39°19'22.5"N 107°16'56.6"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 1.0 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 1.7 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 1.4 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
No fee
Stay limit: April-August: 7 Days, September-March: 14 days.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Thompson Creek Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Thompson Creek Campground?
- No. Thompson Creek Campground is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
- How long can you stay at Thompson Creek Campground?
- April-August: 7 Days, September-March: 14 days.
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Contact
- Phone (970) 876-9000
- Email BLM_CO_SI_CRVFO_Webmail@blm.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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