4.2243 reviewsPrice
$6 - $14/night
Booking
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Sites
10 campsites
Season
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Cell
No Service
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Price
$6 - $14/night
Booking
First-Come
Sites
10 campsites
Season
Open seasonally star...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Check Policy
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Highway 133, south side of McClure Pass, near Marble, CO
Fall color-chasers and anglers get the most out of this place. Mid-September through early October brings elk moving through the aspens, beaver pond trout fishing steps from camp, and temps that clear the summer crowd. Site 9 puts you closest to the creek.
No potable water on-site means hauling your own from Marble (10 miles) or Carbondale (26 miles). Add zero cell service and highway noise that reviewers flag consistently, and light sleepers or anyone expecting hookups should keep scrolling.
Reference information about Mcclure Campground - Paonia Rd sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>The McClure Campground is located on Highway 133 on the south side of McClure Pass. The historic town of Marble is nearby and the campground sits at the head of Lee Creek. Each campsites has a picnic table and fire rings/grills. This quiet campground is surrounded by aspen that provide excellent shade during the summer and there are beaver ponds near by for trout fishing.</p>
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Fall delivers peak conditions. Mid-September through early October brings aspen color, daytime highs in the 45–65°F range, and nights dropping into the 20s–30s. Elk are active, crowds thin out on weekdays, and fishing quiets down on the streams. Summer works well for small campers and tents, though hunting season (fall) brings heavier use and competition for sites. Winter snows close the road entirely. Spring and fall can surprise you with frost and occasional snow dustings, so pack warm layers even if daytime temps look mild.
Fall is peak: aspen color, elk activity and excellent scenic conditions noted in reviews.
McClure Campground, located near McClure Pass on Highway 133, provides essential camping amenities including picnic tables and fire rings/grills at each site. The campground is shaded by aspen trees, creating a pleasant summer environment. However, it lacks potable water and trash services. Restrooms are available as vault toilets.
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