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It shouldn't come as much of a surprise that White River National Forest is the most visited national forest in the United States. Spread out over 2.3 million acres, this wild expanse is home to thousands of miles of trails and eight protected wilderness areas. Popular attractions within the park include the Hanging Lake National Natural Landmark, the oft-photographed Crystal Mill (an old wooden powerhouse dating to 1892), and the Maroon Bells Scenic Area. There are also a number of celebrated ski areas in the state, including the Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area and the Vail Ski Resort.
It shouldn't come as much of a surprise that White River National Forest is the most visited national forest in the United States. Spread out over 2.3 million acres, this wild expanse is home to thousands of miles of trails and eight protected wilderness areas. Popular attractions within the park include the Hanging Lake National Natural Landmark, the oft-photographed Crystal Mill (an old wooden powerhouse dating to 1892), and the Maroon Bells Scenic Area. There are also a number of celebrated ski areas in the state, including the Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area and the Vail Ski Resort.
Literally camp on the side of a mountain at Lincoln Gulch Campground. Just a stop off of Independence Pass, Lincoln Gulch is a small flat clearing on the Lincoln Creek. A great site for those wild enough to try it–yeah, we’re lookin’ at you. Read more...
Amongst sparse young aspen, spruce and fir trees sits Fulford Cave Campground. From over 9,500 feet of elevation you can catch some primo views of Yeoman Park and scope out an active beaver pond. Fulford Cave itself is only a mile from camp and nearby trails let you enter the Holy Cross Wilderness. These are small sites with only one that can acco Read more...
Hoisted 9,000 feet skyward above sea level, Yeoman Park Campground is located on the edge of a wetland meadow and mature spruce forest. Peep a pretty view of Craig Peak or turn your attention to the animal kingdom to watch an active beaver colony or red-tailed hawk. Two campsites have been modified to make them more accessible for the disabled and Read more...
A well-hidden gem within White Lake National Park, Gold Park Campground is shimmering with wildlife. And, accessible by both foot and horseback, you’ll be treated to a stateside safari, if you will. That being said, be mindful of your food waste; the park’s been recently trafficked by sweet-toothed bears. Lock up your Hostess and Little Debbie sna Read more...
Hiking through the Holy Cross Wilderness? Then Halfmoon Campground is the perfect base camp for you. The seven campsites here are shaded by thick forest and are super close to several major trailheads. The campground is popular with Mount of the Holy Cross hikers, so maybe you’ll make a new buddy or two who’ll travel the trails with you!Read more...
White River National Forest
Unspoiled scenery and year-round recreation abound in the nation’s most visited national forest.
It shouldn't come as much of a surprise that White River National Forest is the most visited national forest in the United States. Spread out over 2.3 million acres, this wild expanse is home to thousands of miles of trails and eight protected wilderness areas. Popular attractions within the park include the Hanging Lake National Natural Landmark, the oft-photographed Crystal Mill (an old wooden powerhouse dating to 1892), and the Maroon Bells Scenic Area. There are also a number of celebrated ski areas in the state, including the Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area and the Vail Ski Resort.
It shouldn't come as much of a surprise that White River National Forest is the most visited national forest in the United States. Spread out over 2.3 million acres, this wild expanse is home to thousands of miles of trails and eight protected wilderness areas. Popular attractions within the park include the Hanging Lake National Natural Landmark, the oft-photographed Crystal Mill (an old wooden powerhouse dating to 1892), and the Maroon Bells Scenic Area. There are also a number of celebrated ski areas in the state, including the Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area and the Vail Ski Resort.
Activities in the park
56 campgrounds in White River National Forest
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Literally camp on the side of a mountain at Lincoln Gulch Campground. Just a stop off of Independence Pass, Lincoln Gulch is a small flat clearing on the Lincoln Creek. A great site for those wild enough to try it–yeah, we’re lookin’ at you. Read more...
Amongst sparse young aspen, spruce and fir trees sits Fulford Cave Campground. From over 9,500 feet of elevation you can catch some primo views of Yeoman Park and scope out an active beaver pond. Fulford Cave itself is only a mile from camp and nearby trails let you enter the Holy Cross Wilderness. These are small sites with only one that can acco Read more...
Hoisted 9,000 feet skyward above sea level, Yeoman Park Campground is located on the edge of a wetland meadow and mature spruce forest. Peep a pretty view of Craig Peak or turn your attention to the animal kingdom to watch an active beaver colony or red-tailed hawk. Two campsites have been modified to make them more accessible for the disabled and Read more...
A well-hidden gem within White Lake National Park, Gold Park Campground is shimmering with wildlife. And, accessible by both foot and horseback, you’ll be treated to a stateside safari, if you will. That being said, be mindful of your food waste; the park’s been recently trafficked by sweet-toothed bears. Lock up your Hostess and Little Debbie sna Read more...
Hiking through the Holy Cross Wilderness? Then Halfmoon Campground is the perfect base camp for you. The seven campsites here are shaded by thick forest and are super close to several major trailheads. The campground is popular with Mount of the Holy Cross hikers, so maybe you’ll make a new buddy or two who’ll travel the trails with you!Read more...