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Ponderosa Campground (CO)

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38.52571
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Overview Ponderosa Campground is located at the northwest end of the Soap Creek Arm of Blue Mesa Reservoir at 7880 feet (2402 m). The campground offers outstanding views and solitude.  Note: During dry conditions, the first 7 miles (11 km) of Soap Creek Road are passable to trailers and RVs. Rain can make the Soap Creek Road impassable. Facilities Trash/recycling collection provided. Vault toilets only. Horse Corral in upper loop.

USGS Topo Good road labels

Nearby (≈ 5 miles)

Quick hits within ~8 km.

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Relief / Topo Great for terrain & contours

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