Stagecoach State Park Campground – Junction City Loop

The Junction City campground, overlooking Stagecoach Reservoir in Colorado’s Stagecoach State Park, has a total of 27 campsites arranged into two loops. The first loop (sites 1-11) has vault toilets and one water hydrant. The second loop has a restroom and one water hydrant. Every campsite in both loops has 30 amp electrical service available. Site 26 in not reservable because it is set aside for the campground host. Guests of this campground appreciate it’s quiet atmosphere, surrounded by a beautiful Colorado mountain setting!

Water activities of all sorts are one of the many things to do when staying at Junction City. Stagecoach is equipped with two boat launches, both with ample parking for vehicles and trailers. On the north shore of the reservoir the boat ramp is serviced by the marina and gas dock. The Marina store offers boat rentals plus basic fishing and camping supplies. The second boat ramp is located in the Morrison Cove area. There are picnic grounds and vault toilets near this ramp. In the summer, fishing boats, ski boats, jet skis, pontoons, sailboats, and canoes are all welcome at the reservoir. The reservoir is divided into wakeless and non-wakeless areas, providing a place for everyone to enjoy the water. On a hot summer day, everyone enjoys a dip in the water, so take advantage of the swimming beach on the north shore of the reservoir near the Pinnacle and Junction City campgrounds. Stagecoach is also a great reservoir for water-skiing. Load up the skis, jump in the boat and head to the designated water-skiing area of the reservoir to enjoy a tow!

Stagecoach Reservoir is known for it’s great fishing too! Fish species include; Brown, Brook, Cutthroat and Rainbow trout and Pike. The Rainbows average 14-18 inches in length and because of the strong trout population, there are Pike as large as 36 to 46 inches. Some of the Pike monsters weigh as much as 20 pounds! So when you stay at Junction City campground, be prepared to fish!

Of course, there are lots of other activities to enjoy! Stagecoach has approximately 8 miles of trails. Take a walk or hike on the Wetlands trail, Pinnacle Peak trail, Lakeview trail, Overlook trail, Elk Run trail, Lakeside trail or Tail Waters trail. The Elk Run Trail and the Lakeside Trails are open to bicycles in the summer. These gravel covered trails make for easy to moderate biking. Enjoy all the wildlife as you ride or hike the trails. Many different birds frequent Stagecoach including, Eurasian Coots, White Faced Ibis, American White Pelicans, Great Blue Herons, Blue Grouse, Sharp-Tailed Grouse, and a wide variety of songbirds, hawks and falcons. Other parks activities include; horse back riding, OHV riding, sailboarding, volleyball, cross country skiing, ice fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and winter camping.

Many visitors make Stagecoach their base camp for exploring the nearby outdoor recreation opportunities including the Flattops Wilderness, Sarvis Creek Wilderness and Blacktail Mountain. Check out the nearby towns of Oak Creek and Steamboat Springs. You’ll love the quaint little mining town of Oak Creek Colorado and no trip to Stagecoach State Park is complete without a trip into the mountain resort town of Steamboat Springs – Ski Town USA! Just 17 miles away, Steamboat is home to world class skiing in the winter and a variety of festivals, rodeo’s and other events throughout the summer. Plus there’s tons of shops to explore and great restaurants to enjoy!

Additional Services Available:

Restroom, showers (at Marina), vault toilet, water hydrants, 30 amp electric service, picnic table, dump station

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Additional Information

• Reservations are highly recommended between Memorial day and Labor day. During this time period the campgrounds tend to be full on the weekends. Reservations can be made a minimum of 3 days to a maximum of 6 months in advance. Some first-come, first-serve sites may be available.

• There is a 14 day maximum stay allowed per park during any 45 day period and only 6 people are allowed per campsite. Allowable combinations are: One passenger vehicle and two tents; or one motorized vehicle towing a camping trailer and one tent (if space allows). If space permits, one additional passenger vehicle and/or motorcycle may be parked at a campsite.

• A vehicle pass is required for all vehicles entering a State Park.  Vehicle fees are separate from camping fees.  If a motorized, towed vehicle is being brought into a park, a pass is required for that vehicle.

• Pets must be kept on a six foot leash and be under control at all times. Please remember to pick up after your pets, failure to do so may result in a fine.

• Please review the bulletin board or consult the campground host for specific rules, regulations and restrictions in this campground

• For current rates and additional information, visit this campgrounds web page.

• NOTE: Do not bring firewood from another State, firewood can spread harmful insect pests and diseases. Help protect Colorado’s public lands by acquiring local firewood at or near the campground where you’re staying. Contact the Colorado Department of Agriculture immediately for instructions on how to dispose of any firewood brought in from another state.