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White River/Prairie Point
Overview
Prairie Point is a scenic, high-altitude campground managed by the White River National Forest, situated on the northern end of the Blue River arm of the Dillon Reservoir. This facility offers a rustic camping experience for those who prefer natural beauty over traditional resort-style amenities. It serves as a peaceful retreat for visitors looking to immerse themselves in the central Rocky Mountains. The site is particularly popular during the summer months when the mountain air provides a cool escape from the heat of the plains, making it a premier destination for boondockers seeking a quiet mountain getaway.
Location & Surroundings
The park is conveniently located just south of the town of Dillon, Colorado, providing easy access to local services while maintaining a secluded feel. Positioned right on the shores of the Dillon Reservoir, the campground offers stunning panoramas of the surrounding peaks and the glistening water. The landscape is characterized by open sagebrush and native grasses, allowing for unobstructed views of the sunrise and sunset over the Tenmile Range. Its proximity to Highway 9 makes it accessible for various rig sizes, yet the distance is enough to ensure a serene environment.
Amenities & Park Features
As a National Forest facility, Prairie Point provides essential facilities for self-contained RVs. You will find vault toilets and accessible hand pumps for potable water distributed throughout the camping loop. Each site is equipped with a heavy-duty fire ring and picnic table, perfect for evening gatherings under the stars. Because the sites are relatively open and free of dense tree cover, they are highly advantageous for RVers who rely on solar panels for power. It is important to note that there are no electric, water, or sewer hookups available, which preserves the park’s natural character.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The reservoir itself is the primary draw, offering exceptional opportunities for trout fishing and non-motorized boating. A paved bike path system runs nearby, connecting campers to the wider Summit County trail network for miles of cycling. For those who enjoy local culture, the Dillon Amphitheater and seasonal farmers markets are just a short drive away. Hikers will find numerous trails within the White River National Forest that lead to alpine lakes, while the world-class resorts of Keystone and Breckenridge provide year-round mountain recreation and dining options.
Who This Park Is Best For
This campground is best suited for RVers who enjoy a primitive camping style and are prepared to be fully self-sufficient during their stay. It is an excellent choice for anglers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts who want direct access to the water and high-alpine vistas. If you value quiet evenings and natural landscapes over commercial amenities like clubhouses or swimming pools, Prairie Point offers the quintessential Colorado mountain experience for your next road trip adventure.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
JAKE STARK
The area is beautiful with somewhat easy access to the river. However, the sites are very small. Luckily, we had an end site. So only 1 neighbor. I was aware of the small sites before we left. I was not prepared for 18 people, 9 tents and 7 cars to occupy the even smaller site just next to my family of 4. Including a 4 year old. It felt like our neighbors were in our tent with us! Especially at 2 am! The reservation page clearly stated 4 people and 1 car and a second car may be available for an added fee. I guess I expected everyone else camping would have courtesy for all of the other campers. There was never anyone driving through, checking on occupancy or verifying reservations. All of their tents and cars spread into both other sites adjacent to theirs. They were up drinking and playing games until 3-4 in the morning. If I were to repeat this trip, I'd be sure to book the adjacent sites to mine so we could have a buffer between tents. Unless you are ready for a 3 day impromptu party, I'd avoid these.
Steph C
Easy, accessible campground local to Silverthorne. Our family stayed here for a night in August and had a great time. I’ll start with the Pros: - beautiful views; it’s nestled right along the water you can easily access by walking down a path. Great for fishing/paddleboarding & kayaking. A popular spot for catamarans to float down. - each site has a fire ring, long picnic table, and bear box - There are several super clean vaulted toilets with toilet paper. The campsite has two main clusters of sites and each has 2 restrooms. we stayed on sites 9 & 10 and it was a quick walk. If you want to be very close to them I suggest staying near site 15-19. - dog friendly - reservations posted on pole in front of campsite - each site has parking right next to camp - large dumpster by toilets to dispose of trash Cons: - campsites are very close together and some are much smaller than others. We were fine in 9 & 10 because 9 is on the corner so no one was to the right and 10 had a bush that provided some privacy, but can be loud depending who your neighbors are. Thankfully, when we stayed there all noise had died down by 10pm. - no shade at all. Having a canopy is a must. - there is some minor highway noise, but honestly barely noticed. Not much at night. - can be a little buggy, wasn’t terrible - sites have a lot of holes from prairie dogs. Just something to be aware of so you don’t trip (have ample light) Good to know: - we needed to book a 2 night reservation for the weekend, but we’re only able to do one night. It cost around $45. You need to check in by 12pm on the 2nd day of reservation or your campsite will be given away. - the weather was saying 0 chance of rain, but we got poured on 3x throughout the afternoon. The wind blew our canopy off so make sure you have good stakes and rain gear. It passed quickly. - no water, must bring your own - didn’t see any bears but it’s bear country so prepare accordingly
David
This is an absolutely beautiful place if you're looking to get away from the city and go and just try to relax and go fishing you can camp here they do have bathrooms and they are dog friendly with picnic tables and fire rings. It is $20 a night to camp not bad
ariana conlon
We stayed here last night, not our favorite. Camp spots are so close together. The people on our left were taking up half our site by the time we got there, and the group on the right had dogs that barked all night. Lots of mosquitos. But close to town and pretty views, fun to be by the water too.
Adrian Lazinek
Great views within casting distance from the lake.