Ponderosa Campground

Cardinal directions

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.

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Campsite Details
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Ponderosa Campground

The Upper Loop of Ponderosa.

Details

Hours:
Wednesday: All Day
Monday: All Day
Thursday: All Day
Sunday: All Day
Tuesday: All Day
Friday: All Day
Saturday: All Day

Typically open May to November. The campground is open as long as Soap Creek Road is passable.

Entrance Fee(s):
Standard Camping Fee - 20.00
Senior / Access Camping Fee - 10.00

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