Can you reserve a site at Platte River?

Yes, Platte River is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Platte River have?

4 sites in total, of which 1 can be booked.

Are pets allowed at Platte River?

Yes, pets are allowed at Platte River.

Are campfires allowed at Platte River?

Campfires are allowed at Platte River. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Platte River

Campground · 1 bookable site ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Pike National Forest (NF) · Open Access

1
Bookable site: up to 8
People per site: 6,330 ft
Elevation

Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Facilities

This campground has 10 campsites for TENT CAMPING ONLY at an elevation of 6,400 feet.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

The facts

Season: year-round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
1 bookable site
4 sites in total, including non-bookable
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: Scan and Pay

Site types

3 Management
1 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

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4 campsites at Platte River

Check-in 2: PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Water	Max rig	People
ScanPay 2	Scan and Pay	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
ScanPay 3	Scan and Pay	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
ScanPay 4	Scan and Pay	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
Standard	Scan and Pay	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Walk In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾

Getting there

39.29756, -105.20819 · 39°17'51.2"N 105°12'29.5"W

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Typical weather

Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 44°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	45	46	53	58	67	79	84	82	76	64	53	44
Low °F	14	16	23	29	38	47	53	51	43	32	23	15
Precip in	0.5	0.6	1.2	1.5	1.8	1.7	2.6	2.6	1.2	1.0	0.6	0.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.5 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 Platte River

Can you reserve a site at Platte River?: Yes, Platte River is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Platte River have?: 4 sites in total, of which 1 can be booked.
Are pets allowed at Platte River?: Yes, pets are allowed at Platte River.
Are campfires allowed at Platte River?: Campfires are allowed at Platte River. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$24.00 fee per site for overnight camping. T wo (2) vehicles per site are included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle. $11.00 day use fee if not camping overnight. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order.

Restrictions:

Maximum 8 persons per site: 2 tents and 2 vehicles.
Dogs must be leashed at all times.
No discharge of firearms or fireworks.
Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground.

Accessibility:

Campsite #10 is wheelchair accessible.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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