East Marvine Campground

Fall 2023: available as weather permits, no fees or services

This campground will be available for early fall hunting until snow accumulation prevents access to sites. Contact the Blanco Ranger District at (970)878-4039 for details.

No fees will be collected
No potable water on site: bring your own drinking water
No trash service: bring trash bags and remove your waste

The East Marvine Campground has 7 non-reservable campsites with picnic tables, toilet, firegrates, and trash disposal. The campground adjacent to East Marvine Trail #1822 and Marvine Trail #1823. Nearby fishing is available at East Marvine Creek, Marvine Creek, Marvine Lakes, Rainbow Lake & Guthrie Lake.

The Marvine parking areas provide plenty of room for trailers and vehicles. Hitchracks are available in the parking lot, and corrals are available at some sites. Day use parking is available on the right side of the road and overflow camping (when the campgrounds are full) is available on the left side of the road (regular fees apply). Domestic cattle may be grazing in this area.

There is no potable water available. Livestock may be watered in the stream, approximately 400 yards away.

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At a Glance

Reservations:	First Come, First Serve
Usage:	Medium
Restrictions:	Only certified weed-free forage and bedding is allowed in the campground. The East Marvine and Marvine Trails lead into the Flat Tops Wilderness where regulations apply.
Closest Towns:	Meeker, CO
Water:	No potable water available
Restroom:	Yes
Information Center:	Blanco Ranger District 220 East Market Street Meeker, CO 81641 (970) 878-4039

General Information

Directions:

The East Marvine Campground is located 35 miles east of Meeker, CO.

From Meeker, CO take Colorado Highway 13 east for 1 mile, then turn east on Rio Blanco County Road 8 and follow this for 28 miles. Turn south at Fritzlans' Guest Ranch, cross the bridge and turn east on Rio Blanco County Road 12. Follow this 6 miles to the Marvine Trailhead parking area. Domestic cattle may be grazing in the area.

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Activities

Campground Camping

No. of Sites	9 single sites; 7 camping, 2 horse camping w/ corrals
Reservation Info	Not reservable
No. of Accessible sites	None

RV Camping

Horse Camping

No. of Sites	9 single sites; 7 camping, 2 horse camping w/ corrals
Reservation Info	Not reservable
No. of Accessible sites	None

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