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Camp Hale Memorial Campground
This campground is located in the Camp Hale National Historic Site about 15 miles south of Minturn, CO in a wide, flat, open valley sparsely forested by lodgepole pines. There are 21 campsites available. It is near the headwaters of the Eagle River with the East Fork River close by. The Colorado Trail crosses within walking distance and the gravel roads in the Camp Hale area provide easy walking and bike paths. Fishing is also available in numerous small streams nearby. Camp Hale Memorial Campground sits at an elevation of 9,200 feet, offering guests a wonderful setting for recreation and relaxation.
Camp Hale is historic because the 10th Mountain Division, an unit of 15,000 men, trained here in mountaineering and skiing techniques during WWII. Some saw combat in Italy during the war. Most of the buildings have been torn down, but foundations and other "footprints" remain. The 99th Infantry Battalion (Viking Battalion) also trained at Camp Hale. There are interpretive signs along US Route 24, explaining the history and accomplishments of Camp Hale.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | Visit Recreation.gov |
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| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | Red Cliff, CO |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilets |
| Information Center: | Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger Station 24747 US Highway 24 Minturn, CO 81645 (970) 827-5715 |
General Information
Directions:From Eagle Vail, CO take I-70 E for 2 miles to Exit 171 for Minturn/Leadville, and US-24 E. Exit here and take US 24 E towards Minturn/Leadville. Proceed for about 17 miles to Camp Hale. Enter Camp Hale at the main entrance marked by stone pillars. Turn right at the first road and continue to the campground.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Forest Service Roads in the area and the Colorado Trail provide riding from the campground.Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 21 sites |
| Reservation Info | Reserve by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov. |
RV Camping
| No. of Sites | 21 |
| Reservation Info | Reserve by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov. |
| Size Restrictions | 60 feet |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Eagle River, Camp Hale Pond, and multiple beaver ponds.| Special Designations | The Colorado Division of Wildlife sets fishing regulations. Obtain their Colorado Fishing Regulations handbook for regulations. |
| Fish Species | Trout |
| Water Temperature | cold |
River and Stream Fishing
Eagle River, Camp Hale Pond, and multiple beaver ponds.| Special Designations | The Colorado Division of Wildlife sets fishing regulations. Obtain their Colorado Fishing Regulations handbook for regulations. |
| Fish Species | trout |
| Water Temperature | cold |
Day Hiking
| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Backpacking
Viewing Scenery
Scenic Driving
| Vehicle Clearence | passenger car |