Mollie B_white River
White River National Forest
Located approximately 14 miles east of Basalt, Colorado in White River National Forest, Mollie B White River Campground sits adjacent to the Ruedi Reservoir at an elevation just under 7,800 feet.
Sites at this campground open up to views of the reservoir and starry nighttime skies. A mixed conifer forest hems in the shoreline, and nearby peaks offer an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation.
Mollie B Campground has 27 standard sites suitable for tents, trailers, and RVs. There is a maximum length of 40 feet for RVs.
The sites are equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings. Guests also have access to flush toilets and drinking water, but electrical hook-ups are not available.
A boat ramp is available for use at this campground.
Notifications and Alerts
ATTENTION – BE BEAR AWARE
Bears are active in all campgrounds, It is important that you store all food (dry, fresh, frozen, packaged, etc.), all beverages (canned, bottled, fresh, frozen etc.), all pet food and any product that has an odor in a locked food storage locker at the site, locked vehicle (windows and door must be locked), or in your locked camper with all windows, doors and hatches locked when you are not with it.
Help us keep you and bears safe.
Quiet Hours: 10pm - 6am. This means no use of generators during this time.
Dogs are required to be on leash at all times in campgrounds. Not complying can result in loss of campsite and possible fines.
Need to Know
- This is Mollie B/White River Campground located in Carbondale, CO in the Sopris Ranger district; please do not confuse this campground with the Molly Brown Campground located in Leadville, CO
Please Note: One RV with tow per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.
- No boat trailers in campground; boat trailers must be parked in the Marina area
All food, beverages, trash and scented items must be properly stored when not attended. Bear-proof food lockers are provided at each site and bear-proof trash receptacles are provided at the campground.
- Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails
Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest
Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
Click here for more information about White River National Forest
Natural Features
In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting 8 wilderness areas, 4 defined seasons, and 10 peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation.
Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow, and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan. These species, along with many others, depend on surrounding undeveloped wilderness, clean streams, and diverse forests to live.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby town of Aspen is a popular destination for visitors to the area. From downhill skiing and world-class fly fishing, to dining and resorts, there are a multitude of outdoor and indoor opportunites in this resort mountain town.
Recreation
Renowned for its fly fishing, Fryingpan River flows below Ruedi Dam. Here, large rainbow, brown, cutthroat and brook trout are plentiful in an area nicknamed the "toilet bowl." The fish feed on mysis shrimp, a small freshwater shrimp stocked in the lake.
The stretch of river from the dam down to the confluence of Fryingpan and the Roaring Fork River has been designated as Gold Medal Waters by the Colorado Wildlife Commission. Special regulations in this area include fishing only with artificial flies and lures, and releasing all trout except brown trout, with a limit of 2 fish over 14 inches.
For hikers and bikers, the Ruedi Trail, located north of the reservoir, climbs to the top of Red Table Mountain. The trailhead is located 200 feet north of the Jeep trail near the boat ramp and parking lot. This 8-mile trail gains over 3,000 feet in elevation, leading hikers to a spectacular panoramic view of the area.
Boating, swimming, and water skiing are all possible. Interpretive programs are popular activities.
Changes & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Contact Information
Mailing
Aspen Sopris Ranger District PO Box 309 CARBONDALE CO 81623
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 970-927-0107
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Take I-70 west of Denver to Glenwood Springs Exit 116, Highway 82 to
Basalt. At Basalt, take Frying Pan Road 15 miles to the Ruedi Complex
Entrance. Take a right, then a left, and proceed to second campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 027, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 029, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 045, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 046, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 040, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 034, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 044, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 047, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 038, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 031, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 028, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 035, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 037, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 041, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 033, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 032, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 030, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 042, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 048, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 036, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 043, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 039, Loop MOLL, Type Standard Nonelectric
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