Price
Free
Booking
First-Come
Sites
3 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
Price
Free
Booking
First-Come
Sites
3 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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33.6926, -109.0712
Fall color chasers and trout anglers near Alpine will get the most out of this place. The river is a short walk from camp, fall daytime highs stay in the 60s, and the Adirondack shelters mean you don't need a tent if you arrive before the other two parties do.
No potable water on-site means hauling everything from Alpine, 17 miles away. With only three sites and no reservations, driving out here on a fall weekend is a gamble, and previous campers have left trash despite the pack-it-out policy.
Reference information about Upper Blue Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>A rustic camping experience in a beautiful setting off the beaten path, Upper Blue Campground is located below the high bluffs and near streamside within the Blue River Valley.</p><ul><li>3 campsites</li><li>2 sites with Adirondack-style shelters</li><li>14 day stay limit</li></ul>
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Fall delivers the best mix of weather, scenery, and wildlife activity. Daytime highs run mid-50s to low 70s°F from September through October, with nights dropping into the mid-20s to low 40s°F. River flows settle lower and clearer during this window, improving conditions for trout fishing. Winter temperatures range from 23°F to 44°F with occasional snow. Spring warms to 66-83°F. Summer reaches into the 80s, comfortable for riverside time but less ideal than fall's crisp conditions and vivid foliage.
Overview states fall delivers the best mix of weather, scenery and wildlife activity.
The Upper Blue Campground offers a rustic camping experience with minimal amenities. Official sources confirm that restrooms are available on-site but potable water is not provided. User reviews highlight the lack of garbage service, reinforcing the 'Pack it In - Pack it Out' policy. "There is a lil river just down from the camp sites," according to one user review, adding a natural touch to the setting.
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