Campground

Ponderosa Campground

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$10-20per night

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Details

Lat:38.5257080484

Lng:-107.314899399

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National Park Service

Last Updated: September 16, 2026

Campground Overview

Introduction

Ponderosa Campground is located at the northwest end of the Soap Creek Arm of Blue Mesa Reservoir. From U.S. Highway 50, follow CO Highway 92 1/2 mile past Blue Mesa Dam to Soap Creek Road. Proceed 7 miles north on the gravel Soap Creek Road. Tents and medium sized RVs can be accommodated at Ponderosa. All sites are first-come first-served. Elevation: 7880 feet Note: During dry conditions, the first 7 miles of Soap Creek Road are passable to trailers and RVs. Rain can make the Soap Creek Road impassable.

Campsite Details

Reservable0

First Come First Serve0

Total Sites28

Group0

Horse2

Tent Only10

Electrical Hookups0

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To10

Other0

Operating Hours

All sites are first-come, first-served. Typically open May through October.

Weather

Weather can vary greatly throughout the day. Summer daytime temperatures range between 50 to 90F (10 to 32C), nights 40 to 60F (4 to 15C). Precipitation is minimal, but afternoon thunderstorms and strong winds are common during the summer.

Amenities

Trash & Recycling Collection

Toilets

Food Storage Lockers

Rates & Fees

$20.00

Standard Camping Fee

The nightly camping fee at Ponderosa is $20.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles.

$10.00

Senior / Access Camping Fee

Discounted camping rate for valid Senior or Access passes. The nightly camping fee with valid passes is $10.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles.

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Fires are allowed in grates provided. Stoves are allowed.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Unpaved surfaces.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Medium sized rv's and trailers can be accommodated at Ponderosa.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Unpaved surfaces.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground

Additional Information

Water may not be available if temperatures remain freezing overnight. Water is currently unavailable until water quality testing can be completed. Lake Fork campground has potable water available.

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