Camp Dick is located about one mile west of Highway 72 at an elevation of 8,650 feet. The campground is situated in a large open meadow along the Middle St Vrain river. There are 41 sites in the campground. Twenty eight are suitable for RV camping and 13 are more suitable for tents. Most of the sites are in the meadow with some wooded sites located along the southern edge. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring or grate. The maximum vehicle length that can be accommodated is 55 feet.
     The roads through the campground are paved. There are four water hydrants and three restrooms. One of the restrooms will accommodate disabled persons. Reservations are accepted and can be made 5 - 240 days in advance. There is a length of stay limit of 14 days for reserved sights and 5 days for non-reserved sights. Tents must be confined to the provided 14' X 16' tent pad. A maximum of eight people are allowed per site except for the oversized sites, units 7, 11, 12, 21, 24, 28, 38, 39 and 40, which allow a maximum of 12 people. The season for this campground normally runs from mid May through October, depending on the weather. Check with the Forest Service for the current fees.

Features:

41 sites	Maximum spur length of 55 feet
Drinking water	Next to stream or lake
Three restrooms	Disabled facilities
Elevation: 8,650 feet	Paved roads
Reservations accepted for sites 7-10, 12, 21-23, 25, 27, 29-38

Link to recreation.gov (877-444-6777)

Boulder Ranger District:    303-541-2500

Activities:

FISHING: Fishing for trout is available in the Middle St Vrain river that runs along side of the campground.

HIKING: Hiking is available on the nearby Buchanan Pass, Coney Creek, and St Vrain Mountain trails. A trailhead is located at the west end of the campground.

SIGHT SEEING: Take the peak to peak highway for a great scenic drive.

Directions:
     Take Highway 7 west from Lyons approximately 12 miles or Highway 7 south from Estes Park about 18 miles to Highway 72. Turn south on 72 and travel approximately 4 miles to Peaceful Valley Campground. Camp Dick is one mile west of Peaceful Valley.

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