Gore Creek Campground

Five decades of camping here. Many campsites list bear activity, especially in Colorado. This camp site needs to be clear that bears are here daily and do not back down with bear horns or spray. If you are in a tent, you are likely to be visited by bears that are used to raiding trash in Vail. The camp host didn't seem at all concerned and there was no protocol to assist campers who had an encounter. In fact, I would say she was amused at our alarm. Site 20 where we had half unpacked is quite remote from the other sites. The bear appeared halfway through our unpacking. We discussed with others, one who had many bear encounters but was left in tears from this one because the bear was unusually assertive. We left and lost our money. This campsite is fine for RV's but not safe for tents unless you are able and willing to confront a bear that will stay in your site. Site 20 is also very noisy with freeway noise. Why go camping and have that? If you're in a tent, definitely skip this place. Much prettier spots in more remote areas.

This secluded, small lush campground is very close to Vail; a 12 minute walk will get you to the free bus that will take you into town. Although close to I-70, the sound of Gore Creek blocks most freeway sound. Sites are small in general and not terribly level, and there are some great tent walk-in sites. Thick vegetation in late June. For our small travel trailer it was perfect. No hookups, but excellent cell service on Verizon - our MiFi was getting 150Mbps. Many sites are well shaded so solar might be tricky. Our cost of $13 per night reflects a pass discount; normal cost is $26 per night. We'll definitely be back.

We stayed here in our 37 foot fifth wheel. We were able to get in with a little effort, but it was a tight fit. There are not a lot of sites that will fit one this size. If you have a smaller rig 30' or less you will have no problems. I really enjoyed this little campground it was a great spot to stay along I70 heading towards Denver. The host was very friendly and helpful. With my national park pass this only cost $13. We would stay here again.

This campground is in beautiful surroundings with trails and sites right next to the creek. It's dry camping, but the rest stop in nearby Edwards is a great place to dump and fill with potable water, for free. We stopped and filled up once before arriving at the campground. I believe these are first come first served, and when we arrived, the sign said full (and the board said closed) but as soon as we pulled in, the camp host let us know which sites we had to choose from.
Wonderful, friendly camp hosts. Very clean restrooms. Good Verizon signal. Hiking and mountain biking trailheads almost directly from the campground. Apparently a moose walked through our site while we were still sleeping. We missed it, but the camp hosts let us know about it later that morning!

This campground's location is superior. You are in a beautiful natural area, yet 10 minutes from Vail, and 1/2 hour from Dillon & Frisco. Breckenridge is a bit further.
If you can get a site next to the creek (we did) Kudos! It is a beautiful sight - peaceful. It roars to the degree others say - don't bother turning on your sound machine.
We have a 28' trailer - wouldn't want anything larger for this campground.