Yampa River State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- YesAlso glamping or camper cabins
- Official site
- cpw.state.co.us970-276-2061
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Yampa River State Park is a 109-acre park in Routt County, about 3 miles west of Hayden.
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, boating, fishing, wildlife watching, and picnicking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and showers. There are also camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center | Sun–Thu | 8 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. | — |
| Sun–Thu | 8 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. | — | |
| Campground — Camper Services Building | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center | Sun–Thu | 8 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. | — |
| Thu–Sat | 8 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. | — | |
| Campground — Camper Services Building | Not stated | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Park: Daily 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visitor Center/Office: Sun.-Thurs. 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Camper Services Building: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Visitor Center is located at the Headquarters campground near Hayden, Colorado. From Steamboat, take Highway 40 west approximately 27 miles to the Park Headquarters, or from Craig 17 miles east on Highway 40. The Visitor Center provides visitor and traveler information, as well as maps and other printed resources. The display area emphasizing Native American history, agricultural heritage and river ecology will captivate visitors young and old alike. A small store with books, clothing and miscellaneous supplies will help outfit visitors for their stay.
Visitor Center Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Camper Services Building Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $10 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $15 · day |
| Daily Vehicle Pass | $4 · day |
Official wording
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10-$15 Individual Daily Pass: $4
Colorado park passes
- Keep Colorado Wild Pass — $29. Annual vehicle entry for Colorado residents, bought with DMV vehicle registration Details
- Individual Annual Pass — $29. Non-vehicle entry (foot, bike, horse) for passholder plus three accompanying visitors; resident or nonresident Details
- Family Annual Pass (hang tag) — $120. One household; transferable between vehicles Details
- Annual Affixed Vehicle Parks Pass — $80. One vehicle; resident or nonresident Details
- Aspen Leaf Pass — $70. Colorado residents 64+, vehicle registered in Colorado; $3/night camping discount Sun–Thu Details
From the Colorado state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- CPWshop (Aspira/Brandt reservation platform)
- Phone
- 1-800-244-5613
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Animals permitted: Leashed Dogs, Service Animals, Horses
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
The heart of Yampa River State Park is a 134-mile stretch of the Yampa River. Headquarters Campground, located on the Yampa River near Hayden, Colorado, offers 50 campsites, including RV electric hook-ups, tent camping and group camping areas.
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From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingCampingFishingPicnickingCanoeing and kayakingWildlife viewing and birding
Trails
Hiking at Yampa River State Park is available from various access sites along the river, mainly on Bureau of Land Management lands. There are diverse hiking experiences for all levels and interests. The high-desert environment provides breathtaking views.
Trail Map
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Park or camp store
Water
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Primitive or backcountry camping
Lodging
- Glamping or camper cabins
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Rules and permits
Camping available May 1 to November 1, annually.
Per CPW regulation, no individual may camp or park a motor vehicle, trailer or camper on a state park for more than fourteen (14) days in any twenty-eight (28) day period on a single park.
Getting there
- Address
- 6185 W. US Hwy. 40
Hayden, CO 81639 - Nearest town
- Hayden — about 3 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 40.4907, -107.3127
- Phone
- 970-276-2061
- yampa.river@state.co.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
Directions Park Office 6185 W US Hwy 40 Hayden, CO, 81639 970-276-2061 Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. See the individual River Section pages for directions.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Colorado State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Sep 25, 2026
- CPW website Drupal JSON:API, node type state_park (43 published nodes; same store that renders /state-parks/{slug})
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Green River. Echo Park from upper end. Yampa River in foreground coming from left. Green River enters from the right.... - NARA - 517887.jpg — Public domain (US federal government work), Elias Olcott Beaman / James Fennemore / John Karl Hillers
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology