BLACKTAIL CREEK CAMPGROUND

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CAMPING COLORADO

Blacktail Creek Campground


May 7, 2024

Blacktail Creek Campground is a stunning camping area located in Colorado. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience. It provides clean and well-maintained restrooms, drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings at each campsite. Additionally, there are trash receptacles available throughout the campground, making it convenient for campers to dispose of their waste.

Reservations are accepted at Blacktail Creek Campground, allowing campers to plan their trips in advance. This ensures that visitors have a guaranteed spot and avoids any disappointment upon arrival. It is highly recommended to make reservations, especially during peak seasons when the campground tends to get crowded.

The best time to visit Blacktail Creek Campground is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is typically warm and pleasant. This is an ideal time for activities such as hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. However, it is important to be cautious of possible thunderstorms that can occur in the afternoon during this time of year. It is advised to check the weather forecast before heading out and to be prepared with proper rain gear.

Overall, Blacktail Creek Campground offers a great camping experience with its amenities, reservation system, and beautiful surroundings. Visitors should plan their trips during the summer months to enjoy the best weather and outdoor activities while being mindful of possible thunderstorms.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Ruedi Reservoir

Apache Trout Lake Trout

Lower Cataract Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Lake Trout Rainbow Trout

Crystal Lakes

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Seymour Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

South Delaney Butte Lake

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Stagecoach Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Homestake Reservoir

Apache Trout Arctic Grayling Atlantic Salmon Cutthroat Trout

East Delaney

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Tiago Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Big Creek Lake(lower)

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Lake John

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Cutthroat Trout

Moache Fishing Site

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Deception Point Fishing Site

American Eel Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Teal Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Slack-Weiss Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout

Upper Cataract Lake

Apache Trout Arctic Grayling Atlantic Salmon Cutthroat Trout

Wolford Mountain Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Camp Hale Pond Fishing Pier

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout Brown Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

Big Creek Lake(upper)

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Mount Elbert Forebay

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Sunnyside Fishing Site

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Crystal Lake Fishing Site

Apache Trout Brook Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Grizzly Reservoir

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Turquoise Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Black Sea Bass Lake Trout

Cowdrey Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Fish Creek Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Northern Pike Rainbow Trout

North Platte River

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Kidney Lake

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Sylvan Lake

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Hayden Meadows Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

South Delaney

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

North Delaney

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Cutthroat Trout

Big Creek Lakes Day Use Area

Apache Trout Brook Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout

Casey`s Pond

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lost Man Reservoir

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Fetcher Park

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Big Mac Fishing Site

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Nottingham Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Kiln Creek

Alligator Gar Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Bluefin Tuna Brown Trout

South Delaney Lake

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Whistler Point

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Permit Rainbow Trout

Abe Lee Fishing Site

Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout Brown Trout Cutthroat Trout Rainbow Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Area Boat Ramps

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STATE BRIDGE RIVER ACCESS
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CONFLUENCE REC SITE BOAT RAMP
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COTTONWOOD ISLAND BOAT RAMP
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COMMUNITY BOAT RAMP
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RADIUM REC SITE BOAT RAMP
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
TEAL LAKE BOATING SITE
North Platte Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
CATAMOUNT BRIDGE BOAT RAMP
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
STATE BRIDGE BOAT RAMP
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Wilderness Platte River

Pearl Lake State Park

Steamboat Lake State Park

Medicine Bow National Forest

Cinnabar Park

Flume Creek Park

Wilderness Huston Park

Wilderness Savage Run

Wilderness Encampment River

Mortenson Lake National Wildlife Refuge

                                                                                                                       
                                               
YEOMAN PARK DAY USE AREA
DILLON DAM OVERLOOK DAY USE AREA
INSPIRATION POINT VIEWING AREA
The Inspiration Point Viewing Area is located in the Colorado headwaters watershed of Colorado. It offers a stunning panoramic view of the Colorado River and the surrounding mountains. The area ...
DOTSERO CRATER
The Dotsero Crater, also known as the Dotsero Volcano, is located in the Eagle watershed in Colorado. It is a 700-year-old volcanic crater that is approximately 2,300 feet in diameter ...
UTE TRAILHEAD KIOSK
The Ute Trailhead Kiosk is an information center located in the Colorado headwaters watershed of Colorado. It serves as a gateway to the Rocky Mountains and offers visitors a wealth ...
MOUNT OF THE HOLY CROSS OVERLOOK OBSERVATION SITE
SAPPHIRE POINT OVERLOOK
RED CANYON FISHING ACCESS
The Red Canyon Fishing Access is a popular destination in the Eagle watershed of Colorado. Located just off Interstate 70, this area offers visitors access to miles of prime trout ...
BELLYACHE FISHING ACCESS
The Bellyache Fishing Access is a popular destination for anglers in the Eagle watershed in Colorado. Located off of Interstate 70, the access provides a convenient spot to fish in ...
WARM SPRINGS
The Warm Springs in the Colorado headwaters watershed of Colorado is a popular destination for tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. Located near the town of Hot Sulphur Springs, the Warm Springs ...

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