WELCOME TO CAMPING AT BLUEBIRD BACKCOUNTRY
Most ski areas don’t have camping… But then again, we’re not like most ski areas. Here’s everything you need to know about camping at Bluebird.
The Basics
Ready to rough it? You’ll fit right in at Camp Bluebird. Our campground is two miles down the road from Bear Mountain, and it’s the perfect place to keep the good vibes going after your day on the skin track.
- What’s There: Fire pits, port-a-potty restroom, other backcountry-minded folks, gorgeous sunsets and views
- What’s Not There: Water, electric hookup, trash service
- Bring Your Own: Firewood, table and chairs
Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance of camping.
Checking In and Out
Check in at the Bluebird Backcountry base area during the day or at Camp Bluebird at night. Everyone in your party will need to sign a waiver and provide contact information for safety.
- You are welcome to arrive starting at 1 p.m. on the day you have a reservation.
- Please vacate your camping spot by 11:00 a.m. the day you are checking out.
- Please note: There’s no snowplowing between 4:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.
Camp Bluebird Rules
In order to provide an awesome experience for all our guests, Camp Bluebird enforces the following rules:
- Be kind and friendly! We’re all here because we love the winter backcountry experience.
- Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., including generators (except emergencies).
- Fires are allowed in the provided fire pits only; please bring your own firewood.
- Please stay in the vicinity of the camping area at all times unless accompanied by the camp host.
- Well behaved dogs are allowed, but please be aware that dogs are not allowed to ski with you at Bluebird Backcountry. Please pick up after your dog!
- Please maintain at least a six-foot distance from other parties, and wear masks if six-foot distance is not possible.
Get Ready for Cold Temps
Kremmling is COLD! Mornings in the single digits or even below zero (plus windchill) aren’t uncommon. This means beautiful clear nights and crisp sunrises — and it also means campers need to be outfitted for chilly weather.
In our experience, folks who have the best experiences camping at Bluebird arrive in campervans or other rigs suited for four-season camping, including a heater. Tent camping is strongly discouraged.
Rent a Van!
Don’t have your own rig? No problem! We’ve partnered with these fine folks to provide discounts on campervan rental for Bluebird guests.
Native Campervans — 10% off rentals when you enter code Bluebird at checkout
Escape Campervans — Discounted nightly rates and complimentary bedding & kitchen supplies with code BLUEBIRD
A-Lodge Vans — 15% off with code bluebird2021 (two-day minimum)
Titus Adventure Co — 15% off with code BLUEBIRD
Stay With Us
✓ Physically distant by design
✓ Fire pits
✓ Restrooms
✓ On-site camp host
✓ Short commute to the skin track
CAMPING LOCATION
Camp Bluebird is located at a turnoff roughly 2.2 miles northeast on Highway 14 from Bluebird’s main access point. Get Directions.
We keep the access plowed and maintained during the days we are open and recommend a 4WD or AWD vehicle.
CAMPING ALTERNATIVES
We think you’ll love an overnight stay at Bluebird. If we’re full up or you need to camp nights that we’re not open, we’ve got some local alternatives.
Additionally, if there’s a snowstorm (or even a really windy night), we recommend late arrivals camp elsewhere—the road gets really snowy! We recommend the FS-312 turnoff at the east summit of Rabbit Ears Pass (free) or the Wolford Campground and Marina outside Kremmling ($35/vehicle per night):
East summit of Rabbit Ears Pass
Wolford Campground and Marina
If you’re looking for a warm and dry place to stay, please consider lodging with one of our lodging partners:
- Kremmling: The Hotel Eastin, Muddy Creek Cabins, Kremmling Cabin
- Steamboat Springs: Steamboat Hotel, Steamboat Mountain Lodge
- Breckenridge: Bivvi
Bluebird guests score discounts at all of these locations. Details here.
Emergency Info
In case of emergency, our camp host is on site throughout the evening. You can reach our camp host, Justin, at justin@bluebirdbackcountry.com or call 720-663-9084.