Gore Creek Campground
White River National Forest
Write a Review Big Horn Rd. Vail, CO 81657 970-827-5715 970-945-2521 Reservations: 877-444-6777 Official WebsiteGPS: 39.6269, -106.2742
Overview of Gore Creek Campground
Bear activity has been increasing. For this reason a food storage order is in effect at all developed campgrounds on the Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District, and the Piney Guard Station, Tigiwon Lodge, Mount of the Holy Cross Overlook, Homestake Road FSR 703, and Nolan Creek Road. This order requires all food and refuse to be stored in hard-sided vehicles, approved bear-resistant containers, or suspended at least 10 feet clear of the ground at all points and four feet horizontally from any supporting tree or pole.
Last Price Paid: $28
Reported by Vanholio on 9/26/2024
Longest RV Reported: 44 feet (Class C)
Reported by maceylb on 5/29/2021
Number of Sites 16
Pad Type dirt
Reservations yes
Open Seasonally May-Sept.
Elevation 8,727 ft / 2,659 m
Max Stay 14
Max Length 35 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Gore Creek Campground
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 970.827.5715
Jown asked on 1/20/2021
Is there a potable water fill station at Gore Creek Campground? i.e. fill up the holding tanks in the RV? Thanks !!
Reviews of Gore Creek Campground 17 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 7/2/2022
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Last reported 5/18/2024
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Last reported 9/30/2024
“Great Spot But Not Free”
Reviewed 9/30/2024
| Site Number: | 7 |
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It was first come first serve. We didn’t have any problems finding a spot. They were spacious. The camp host was great and bathrooms were really clean. It was not free. It was $28.00 which I thought high for no hookups but it was beautiful
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camper-889578 would stay here again
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“NOT FREE!!!!”
Reviewed 9/26/2024
| Nightly rate: | $28 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 6 |
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Beautiful site but be aware it’s NOT FREE
Vanholio would stay here again
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“Very Quite & Safe ”
Reviewed 5/18/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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We had plans on staying at Gore Creek Campground but it was closed… We made a U Turn and literally 0.3 of a mile we pulled over and started the night
Att&t service was good 3bars on 5G
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camper-918496 would stay here again
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“Not for tent camping!”
Reviewed 8/12/2022
| Days stayed: | 0 |
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| Site Number: | 20 |
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Five decades of camping here. Many campsites list bear activity, especially in Colorado. This camp site needs to be clear that bears are here daily and do not back down with bear horns or spray. If you are in a tent, you are likely to be visited by bears that are used to raiding trash in Vail. The camp host didn't seem at all concer... more
Five decades of camping here. Many campsites list bear activity, especially in Colorado. This camp site needs to be clear that bears are here daily and do not back down with bear horns or spray. If you are in a tent, you are likely to be visited by bears that are used to raiding trash in Vail. The camp host didn't seem at all concerned and there was no protocol to assist campers who had an encounter. In fact, I would say she was amused at our alarm. Site 20 where we had half unpacked is quite remote from the other sites. The bear appeared halfway through our unpacking. We discussed with others, one who had many bear encounters but was left in tears from this one because the bear was unusually assertive. We left and lost our money. This campsite is fine for RV's but not safe for tents unless you are able and willing to confront a bear that will stay in your site. Site 20 is also very noisy with freeway noise. Why go camping and have that? If you're in a tent, definitely skip this place. Much prettier spots in more remote areas.
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“Wonderful small campground near Vail”
Reviewed 7/2/2022
| Nightly rate: | $13 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 11 |
| RV Length: | 16' (Travel Trailer) |
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This secluded, small lush campground is very close to Vail; a 12 minute walk will get you to the free bus that will take you into town. Although close to I-70, the sound of Gore Creek blocks most freeway sound. Sites are small in general and not terribly level, and there are some great tent walk-in sites. Thick vegetation in late Jun... more
This secluded, small lush campground is very close to Vail; a 12 minute walk will get you to the free bus that will take you into town. Although close to I-70, the sound of Gore Creek blocks most freeway sound. Sites are small in general and not terribly level, and there are some great tent walk-in sites. Thick vegetation in late June. For our small travel trailer it was perfect. No hookups, but excellent cell service on Verizon - our MiFi was getting 150Mbps. Many sites are well shaded so solar might be tricky. Our cost of $13 per night reflects a pass discount; normal cost is $26 per night. We'll definitely be back.
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Mike Walker would stay here again
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“Beautifull scenery, right next to a creek.”
Reviewed 5/27/2022
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 16 |
| RV Length: | 36' (Fifth Wheel) |
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We stayed here in our 37 foot fifth wheel. We were able to get in with a little effort, but it was a tight fit. There are not a lot of sites that will fit one this size. If you have a smaller rig 30' or less you will have no problems. I really enjoyed this little campground it was a great spot to stay along I70 heading towards Denv... more
We stayed here in our 37 foot fifth wheel. We were able to get in with a little effort, but it was a tight fit. There are not a lot of sites that will fit one this size. If you have a smaller rig 30' or less you will have no problems. I really enjoyed this little campground it was a great spot to stay along I70 heading towards Denver. The host was very friendly and helpful. With my national park pass this only cost $13. We would stay here again.
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Russell Nesbitt would stay here again
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“What a Gem!”
Reviewed 9/29/2021
| Nightly rate: | $24 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 14 |
| RV Length: | 20' (Travel Trailer) |
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Small and quaint. Dry camping. Exceptionally clean. Beautiful forest beautiful creek. Minutes from Vail. Yes you can hear some road noise but the creek drowns it out. Awesome.
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HerSheShed would stay here again
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“Beautiful campground ”
Reviewed 6/30/2021
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 14 |
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We loved it here and hope to come back. Respectful campground with stream nearby.
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nomadrider would stay here again
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“Beautiful!”
Reviewed 5/29/2021
| Nightly rate: | $26 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 3 |
| RV Length: | 44' (Class C) |
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This campground is in beautiful surroundings with trails and sites right next to the creek. It's dry camping, but the rest stop in nearby Edwards is a great place to dump and fill with potable water, for free. We stopped and filled up once before arriving at the campground. I believe these are first come first served, and when we arriv... more
This campground is in beautiful surroundings with trails and sites right next to the creek. It's dry camping, but the rest stop in nearby Edwards is a great place to dump and fill with potable water, for free. We stopped and filled up once before arriving at the campground. I believe these are first come first served, and when we arrived, the sign said full (and the board said closed) but as soon as we pulled in, the camp host let us know which sites we had to choose from.
Wonderful, friendly camp hosts. Very clean restrooms. Good Verizon signal. Hiking and mountain biking trailheads almost directly from the campground. Apparently a moose walked through our site while we were still sleeping. We missed it, but the camp hosts let us know about it later that morning!
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maceylb would stay here again
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“Close in April & assumed all winter ”
Reviewed 4/6/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Because Gore Creek campground was closed, we find another place v clise to stop for the night at Head trail parking lot of Deluge Lake Trail & Gore Creek Trail. Is free but you have to self-check at the trail head Locals does not like it but We asked for permission and I think it was ok. See pics w exact location & address.
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Robert would stay here again
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“Blocked By Snow As Of March 7”
noted 3/7/2024
Drove all the way here and with literally .4 miles to go, the entire road was blocked by piled up snow. So disappointing. Clearly they’re using this area to put the snow somewhere, just sucks they’re blocking access to the site by doing so. And with no warning.
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: vault
- trash
Pets
- pets
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