All campsites have Is Equipment Mandatory

Dumont campsite 4, back-in

Dumont campsite 8, pull-through

Dumont campsite 9, pull-through

Dumont campsite 10, back-in

Dumont campsite 11, back-in

Dumont campsite 12, back-in

Dumont campsite 13, back-in

Dumont campsite 16, pull-through

Dumont campsite 17, back-in

Dumont campsite 18, back-in

Dumont campsite 19, pull-through

Dumont campsite 20, pull-through

Dumont campsite 21, pull-through with shade

Dumont campsite 22, back-in with shade

Continental Divide Trail and Rabbit Ears hike access behind Dumont Campground

Dumont Lake is a short walk or drive from Dumont Campground

Dumont Campground, Rabbit Ears Pass

Dumont Campground entrance sign

Handpump, Dumont Campground

Dumont Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
With spectacular scenery and lake access, Dumont Campground is a paradise for birders, wildflower seekers, fly fishermen and outdoor enthusiasts. The area borders the Continental Divide and sits atop the Park Range in north central Colorado, offering views of several other Rocky Mountain ranges.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The area offers spin and fly fishing for trout in the lake and stream, as well as access to hiking, backpacking and mountain biking on the many nearby dirt roads and trails. Campers can reach the two-mile Rabbit Ears Trail from the facility, and the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail nearby.
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Rock climbers can also find routes in the area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The facility is comprised of both a small campground and day-use area. Campsites are private and roomy, and most have clear views of the alpine meadow around the lake. Campers also have the convenience of three restrooms and hand pumps for drinking water.
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Dumont Lake is located at the picnic area, which a short walk away from the campground. The lake is restricted to electric motors or hand-propelled boats only.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The 50-acre Dumont Lake is surrounded by a spruce-fir forest and alpine meadow that boasts colorful wildflowers in warmer months. It sits near the base of Rabbit Ears Peak in the Routt National Forest.
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The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland encompass nearly three million acres from central and northeastern Wyoming to north-central Colorado.
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Black bear, bobcat, coyote, elk, mule deer and moose are just some of the many animals that inhabit these rich and diverse lands. Dumont Lake is particularly known for its birding opportunities.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The closest town is Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Many more outdoor opportunities exist in the surrounding national forests and grasslands, including hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding, off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hunting, sightseeing and winter sports.

With spectacular scenery and lake access, Dumont Campground is a paradise for birders, wildflower seekers, fly fishermen and outdoor enthusiasts. The area borders the Continental Divide and sits atop the Park Range in north central Colorado, offering views of several other Rocky Mountain ranges.

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Great Facilities and Amenities

campfire allowed

checkin time

checkout time

driveway entry

firepit

max num of people

max num of vehicles

pets allowed

picnic table

Permitted Equipment

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rv-0ft

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