Stagecoach State Park Campground – McKindley Loop

The McKindley campground, overlooks Colorado’s Stagecoach State Park. This state park campground has 10 campsites, one of which is a group site. There is no water hydrant in this campground, water is available in the Harding Spur, Pinnacle and Junction City campgrounds which are all close by. No electric service is available and the campground is serviced by one vault toilet. This McKindley campsites are just a short distance from the marina facilities and provide a nice view of the park as a whole. This campground also has a group campsite with facilities for up to 45 people on and two large tent pad sites with parking for up to seven vehicles. The site includes a picnic table area and a grill. If you’d like to arrange to use the McKindley Group Site, contact the park directly.

Anyone staying at the McKindley campground can enjoy the many water activities available in Stagecoach State Park. Stagecoach Reservoir has two boat ramps, both with ample parking for vehicles and trailers. The marina near the Harding Spur campground has a boat ramp and gas dock. There’s a general store at the marina where you can rent a boat or pick up some basic fishing and camping supplies. 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, make your way over to the swim beach and enjoy a dip in the cool reservoir water. Water-skiing is another popular pastime at Stagecoach so, load up the skis, jump in the boat and head to the designated water-skiing area of the reservoir to enjoy a spin around the lake!

Stagecoach Reservoir is also known for great fishing! Fish for Brown, Brook, Cutthroat and Rainbow trout and Pike. The Rainbows average 14-18 inches in length and because there is such a large trout population, the Pike reach sizes up to 36 to 46 inches long! So you may want to bring along the fishing gear if you planning a stay at the McKindley campground!

Of course, there are lots of other activities to enjoy! Stagecoach has approximately 8 miles of trails. The Elk Run Trail and the Lakeside Trails are all open to bicycles in the summer. Enjoy all the wildlife as you ride or hike the trails at Stagecoach too. 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:

Vault toilet, group campsite, picnic tables, dump station, boat ramp, marina general store, swim beach, showers (at Marina)

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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.