Robbers Roost
Robbers Roost is a small 11-site campground in the Arapaho National Forest near Winter Park, Colorado, situated at 9,826 feet elevation adjacent to the Fraser River in dense Engelmann spruce forest. Most sites overlook the river, providing scenic views, though US Route 40 traffic noise is noticeable throughout. The campground operates seasonally from June 20 to September 7 on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day maximum stay. Facilities are basic, with only vault toilets and no showers or water on-site. (via official site)
- fishing
- vault toilets
- river access
Rates & prices
Prices as published on Robbers Roost’s official website (USD).
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Campsite | USD 20 per night |
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🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Trail's End Mercantile
- Empire Food Mart
- Convenience
⛽ Fuel
Phillips 66
Conoco- Fuel station
🍽️ Food & drink
- Cafe
- Lunch Rock
- Clubcar
➕ Medical
- East Grand Community Clinic and Emergency Center
- Middle Park Health - Fraser Campus
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Berthoud Pass Warming Hut
🎾 Sports
- Swimming pool
- Winter Park Resort Tubing Hill
- Winter Park Resort
🏧 ATM & bank
- Wells Fargo
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Good to know
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Can I make a reservation?
No, the campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not available.
What is the maximum stay length?
The maximum stay is 14 days.
Are there showers or water on-site?
There are no water spigots or showers at the campground. Vault toilets are available. Water can be found 5.5 miles away at Idlewild Campground.
What type of camping is allowed?
The campground accommodates tent camping and RVs/motorhomes, with 3 sites designated for tents and 8 combined tent/RV sites. There are no RV hookups or pull-through sites.
What activities are available?
Fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the Fraser River is available. The campground is located adjacent to the river with scenic overlooks.
Is there WiFi at Robbers Roost?
No, there's no internet access on site.
How many pitches does Robbers Roost have?
Robbers Roost has around 11 pitches.
When is Robbers Roost open?
Robbers Roost is open year-round.
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