CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC✓ Reservable

Site 74 — SADDLEHORN CAMPGROUND

SADDLEHORN CAMPGROUND · Colorado · Loop C

Campsite 74 at SADDLEHORN CAMPGROUND in Colorado. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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39.10481, -108.73286
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at SADDLEHORN CAMPGROUND

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High52°F
Avg Low38°F
Peak Rain Chance20%
Humidity62%
UV (avg)4
Today
🌧
Rain
50°/37°
💧 20%🌬 14mph
↑ 6:45 AM ↓ 5:10 PM
Thu
🌫
Fog
49°/35°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:47 AM ↓ 5:09 PM
Fri
☁️
Overcast
52°/38°
💧 2%🌬 8mph
↑ 6:48 AM ↓ 5:08 PM
Sat
☀️
Clear
53°/39°
🌬 7mph
↑ 6:49 AM ↓ 5:07 PM
Sun
⛅
Partly Cloudy
57°/41°
🌬 7mph
↑ 6:50 AM ↓ 5:06 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 14 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Site Length
0
Max Vehicle Length
20
Max Num of Vehicles
1
Driveway Surface
Gravel
Driveway Entry
Back-in

Capacity & Rules

Capacity/Size Rating
Single

Site Features

Picnic Table
Y

Photos from SADDLEHORN CAMPGROUND

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Sunrise From Within a Tent in Saddlehorn Campground
Sunrise From Within a Tent in Saddlehorn Campground — Anthony Cordaro
Female Desert Bighorn Sheep in Snow
Female Desert Bighorn Sheep in Snow — Donna Fullerton
Female Desert Bighorn Sheep in Snow
Female Desert Bighorn Sheep in Snow — Donna Fullerton
Chart showing equipment suitability for each site.
Chart showing equipment suitability for each site. — NPS/Kendall Bessette
Two male Deset Bighorn Sheep
Two male Deset Bighorn Sheep — Richard Janson
Rainbow and clouds above Monument Canyon
Rainbow and clouds above Monument Canyon — JT Dudrow
View from Rimrock Dr at Sunset, looking northwest
View from Rimrock Dr at Sunset, looking northwest — Norman Lathrop
Independence Monument in Snow
Independence Monument in Snow — Donna Fullerton

Permitted Equipment

TentPICKUP CAMPERVEHICLESMALL TENTCARAVAN/CAMPER VANCAR

Booking Tips for Site 74

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: usually 1–3pm / usually 11am–noon
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 74?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

What size RV fits at site 74?

Max vehicle length is 20 ft and the site itself is 0 ft long.

What hookups does site 74 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.