Yampa River State Park
State Park in Hayden, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Monday through Sunday 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
6185 W. US Hwy. 40
Hayden, CO 81639
United States
Yampa River State Park
State Park in Hayden, CO
Hours:
Park: Daily 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Office: Monday through Sunday 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Entrance Fees:
Daily Vehicle Pass: $10
Individual Daily Pass: $4
Animals Permitted:
- Leashed Dogs
- Service Animals
- Horses
Park Address:
6185 W. US Hwy. 40
Hayden, CO 81639
United States
A man standing on the waters edge.
Yampa State Park
Visit River Sites Near Hayden and Steamboat Springs
Along the Yampa River, Hayden Pump Station, Yampa River State Park Headquarters, and State Wildlife Area sites are the closest to the towns of Hayden and Steamboat Springs. All three sites have between class I and V rapids, depending on the time of year. Only the Park Headquarters offers camping.
What to Do at This River Section
- Boating
- Camping (Headquarters Campground only)
- Education Programs
- Fishing
- Nature Viewing
- Picnicking
- Volleyball (Headquarters Campground only)
- Whitewater Rafting
- Hunting
- OHV/Snowmobile Riding
Yampa State Park
Site 1 - Hayden Pump Station
Located approximately five miles east of Hayden on U.S. Highway 40 on the north side of the highway.
- Boat Ramp: Developed boat launch
- River Flow Class: between Class I and Class V rapids, depending on the time of year.
- Float Skill Level: Beginner, Novice, or Advanced.
- Nearest Take Out: 11 miles downstream.
CAUTION: A water diversion exists downstream between Hayden Pump Station and Yampa River State Park Headquarters (just before the Headquarters access). There is a boat chute on the right side of the diversion.
Amenities:
- Vault Toilets
- Camping
- Parking
- Picnic Tables
- Respect wildlife: This section of the river features lots of nesting birds.
- Small area: large vehicles are not recommended.
- Private land:
- The Public Service Company water intake structure is located next to the access site. Please do not trespass on the Public Service Company’s intake structure property.
- Public land downstream is limited, so be aware of private property and bring a map.
Yampa State Park
Site 2 - Yampa River State Park Headquarters
2 miles west of Hayden off Highway 40 on the south side of the highway.
- Distance from Previous Site: 13 miles
- Boat Ramp:
- River Flow Class: between Class I-II and Class V rapids, depending on the time of year.
- Float Skill Level: Beginner, Novice, or Advanced.
- Nearest Take Out:
Amenities:
- Vault Toilets
- Pay Phones
- Picnic Tables
- Parking
- Natural Trail (1.25 miles with interpretive displays)
Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is located at the Headquarters campground near Hayden, Colorado. 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.
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Please call (970) 276-2061 with any questions.
Camping
The Headquarters campground has 35 electric RV sites, 14 basic tent-only sites, 2 tipi sites, and 5 group sites. Reservations can be made online, or by calling 1-800-244-5613.
Children sitting at a campsite.
Campers setting up their campsite.
Child standing inside one of the tipis.
Typical Amenities:
- Camper Services Building (coin operated laundry and showers, summer only)
- Dump station
- Playground
- Day Use Area with Grass
- Covered Picnic Table
YAMPA RIVER
Group and Event Space
Yampa River State Park Headquarters campground has a group picnic area, and a conference room available for rent.
Yampa River State Park is a beautiful place to have your wedding. There are many areas to choose from in the park including our group picnic area, group campgrounds, and conference room, but the most popular are the sites located near the beautiful Yampa River.
Please call the Yampa River office at (970) 276-2061 to make a reservation.
- $100 per day
Amenities:
- Playground
- Volleyball Court
- Horseshoe Pit
- $100 per day
Amenities:
- Restrooms
Yampa State Park
Site 3 - State Wildlife Area
Located halfway between Hayden and Craig. The access road is south of U.S. Highway 40, near a small metal railroad building called Dorsey.
- Distance from Previous Site: 7 miles
- Boat Ramp: None.
- River Flow Class: between Class I-II and Class V rapids, depending on the time of year.
- Float Skill Level: Beginner, Novice, or Advanced.
- Nearest Take Out:
Amenities:
- Boat Ramp
- Camping
- Picnic Tables
- Parking
- Toilets
- Small area: large vehicles are not recommended.
- A valid hunting or fishing license or SWA License is required for everyone 18 or older accessing any State Wildlife Area.