Ophir Creek Campground (CO)
Campground · 30 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
San Isabel National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 30
- Bookable sites
- 15 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 8,803 ft
- Elevation
Overview
This campground is usually open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend with full service and, depending on snow conditions, is usually open through the middle of October with reduced service.
Ophir Creek Campground has several nearby activities, including hiking, bicycling and fishing in Ophir Creek.
Recreation
Ophir Creek Campground has several nearby activities, including hiking, bicycling and fishing in Ophir Creek.
Facilities
Tent camping,Camping trailer,Toilets,Drinking water
Natural Features
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (719) 489-2034.Nearby Attractions
Available activities include hiking, fishing, bicycling, motorcycle, and ATV. Fishing in Ophir Creek. A short drive will take you to various trailheads.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations
Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.
Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.
No-Shows
A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.
No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.
Refunds
Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.
Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.
For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.
In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
The facts
- 30 bookable sites
- 31 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 15 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
Site types
- 30 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.
31 campsites at Ophir Creek Campground (CO)
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | 15 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | — | Management | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | — | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
38.06249, -105.10473 · 38°3'45.0"N 105°6'17.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 1.0 | 1.1 | 2.2 | 3.2 | 2.9 | 1.3 | 3.4 | 3.3 | 1.4 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 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 Ophir Creek Campground (CO)
- Can you reserve a site at Ophir Creek Campground (CO)?
- Yes, Ophir Creek Campground (CO) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Ophir Creek Campground (CO) have?
- 31 sites in total, of which 30 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Ophir Creek Campground (CO)?
- 15 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Ophir Creek Campground (CO)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Ophir Creek Campground (CO).
- Does Ophir Creek Campground (CO) have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Ophir Creek Campground (CO)?
- Campfires are allowed at Ophir Creek Campground (CO). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Ophir Creek Campground (CO) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Ophir Creek Campground (CO)'s operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $25 camping fee includes two vehicles. Additional $10 each charge for extra vehicles. Reservable and first-come-first-served sites. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order if not reserved online. Self-servicing fee tube is available. First-come, first-served sites must be occupied the first n
Restrictions:
- Maximum 10 persons per site: 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times.
- No discharge of firearms or fireworks.
- Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground.
- Camping is not allowed behind a locked gate.
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Contact
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-05.
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