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Chapman Reservoir Campground
This campground is located outside of Yampa, CO near Dunckley Pass (along the Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway) on Forest Service Road 940 between the towns of Yampa and Meeker.
The campground offers 12 campsites with a 22 foot maximum length for trailers. Each site offers a picnic table and a fire grate and has camp hosts on site.
Some of the campsites offer a beautiful view of Chapman Reservoir and the Little Flat Tops. (There are also dispersed camping opportunities along Forest Service Road 940 on the way into Chapman.)
Note: ATV's are not allowed in the campground, however there is a staging lot outside the campground for trailers and ATV's.
This is a perfect place to relax, or take a scenic drive. The activities that you can enjoy here include fishing for trout, hiking and wakeless boating.To access the reservoir, be prepared for a short walk.
This campground is also popular among hunters during big game season.
Stop by the Yampa Ranger Station/Visitor center or the outside kiosk (if after hours) for a brochure of the Flat Tops Trail Scenic Byway as it includes information on the area and the drive.
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At a Glance
| Reservations: | No reservations. Sites are first come, first serve basis. |
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| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Picnic tables, Toilets, Parking |
| Fees: | $20 per site. Exact cash or check only as there is no option for change back if paying cash. NO CREDIT CARDS accepted. Payment instructions are found on the kiosk. |
| Permit Info: | No permit required |
| Open Season: | Mid to early June (dependent on weather) - Mid to Late November (dependent on snow) |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Note: ATV's are not allowed in the campground, however there is a staging lot outside the campground for trailers and ATV's. |
| Closest Towns: | Yampa, CO |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
| Operated By: | Yampa Ranger District |
| Information Center: | Yampa Ranger District 300 Roselawn Ave Yampa, CO 80483 (970) 638-4516 |
General Information
Directions:From Yampa, drive 5 miles on County Road 17, turn left on County Road 132 which turns into County Road 8. Continue on for 7 miles, then turn left on Forest Service Road 940 and continue for 1 mile.
Activities
Campground Camping
Campsites only (No cabin rentals available)
| No. of Sites | 12 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | 8 of 12 |
Lake and Pond Fishing
There are Rainbow Trout present in Chapman Reservoir.
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | 22 foot max |
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| Parking: | ATV and Trailer Parking located outside the campground near the entrance |