Colorado · published-coordinate region
Gore Creek Campground
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USDA Forest Service25Supported overnight records
2Published site categories
25Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
Gore Creek Campground is situated six miles east of Vail, Colorado, at an elevation of 8,700 feet and centrally located for recreation and relaxation in the White River National Forest.Recreation
The Gore Creek campground is located along Gore Creek in a forested setting near the boundary of the Eagles Nest Wilderness. This is the closest campground to the town of Vail and there are several trailheads nearby into the Eagles Nest Wilderness; all wilderness regulations must be observed when traveling in the wilderness (foot and horse travel only). The campground is also located at the west end of the paved Vail Pass/Tenmile Canyon recreation trail open to foot traffic and bicycles.Facilities
The campground offers 16 back-in sites, eight walk-in tent sites; number 18 is a fully accessible tent site, four handicapped accessible bathrooms and bear-resistant food lockers. Parking spurs for campsites are up to 35 feet long. RVs longer than this would not fit in this campground.Natural Features
In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined seasons, and 10 peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation.
Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Black bear and mule deer are common. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby town of Vail is a popular destination for visitors to the area. From downhill skiing and world-class fly fishing, to dining and resorts, there are a multitude of outdoor and indoor opportunities in this resort mountain town.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 25 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
25
Vehicle limit
25
Vehicle length
17
Driveway entry
0
Shade
4
Bars show counts, not a quality, accessibility or suitability score.
The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
16
Tent Only Nonelectric
9
Operator directions
Travel east on I-70 to Exit 180 for East Vail. Turn right and follow the south frontage road (Bighorn Road) east to the road closure gate at about 2 miles. The campground is on the left just before the gate.
For more White River National Forest on the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District information visit www.fs.usda.gov/whiteriver or call 970-827-5715.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
25 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 25 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 01 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 68 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 02 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 66 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 03 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 04 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 58 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 05 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 06 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 52 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 07 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 08 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 62 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 09 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 10 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 11 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 56 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 12 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 13 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 14 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 15 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 16 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 48 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 17 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 66 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 18 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 19 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 20 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 21 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 22 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 23 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 24 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 25 GORE CREEK CAMPGROUND Source updated: 2026-06-25 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 10 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
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