Tigiwon Community House

Colorado Rockies

Tigiwon Community House

Colorado Rockies

About this campsite

Overview

The historic Tigiwon Community house is a large day-use cabin, perfect for family reunions, parties or weddings.

Nestled in a forested setting, this facility has an expansive view of Colorado's Gore Range.

Recreation

Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails, and forest roads, the White River National Forest is one of the top recreation Forests in the nation. The Community House is a few miles below a trailhead which accesses the Holy Cross Wilderness Area. Several trails lead into this special place, please learn about wilderness ethics and regulations before hiking.

Facilities

Tigiwon Community House is a day-use area only. Overnight camping is prohibited.

The historic Tigiwon Community house is a relatively large, one room cabin. Amenities both inside and outside the cabin are Accessible. Outside, visitors will have access to four 10-foot picnic tables, two charcoal grills, a fire pit, a horseshoe pit and vault toilets. Inside amenities include four tables, bench seating around the room and a stone fireplace.

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 eight wilderness areas and ten peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation.

The White River National Forest was established in 1891 as the White River Plateau Timber Reserve, the second such reserve to be named in the United States.

Nearby Attractions

Tigiwon Community House is in the heart of the Vail Valley. It is inbetween the Holy Cross and Eagles Nest Wilderness Areas which abound with hiking trails. The valley floor has mountain bike trail opportunties. The Eagle and Colorado Rivers flow through the valley and offer many floating and fishing opportunities.

Charges & Cancellations

1-50 people = $85
51 -100 people = $135
101-200 people = $185

Location

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14° / 2°

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MON☁️

16° / 3°

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18° / 3°

💧 32%

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14° / 5°

💧 32%

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14° / 6°

💧 46%

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Gold Park Campground

**Bear activity has been increasing. For this reason a food storage order is in effect at all developed campgrounds on the Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District, and the Piney Guard Station, Tigiwon Lodge, Mount of the Holy Cross Overlook, Homestake Road FSR 703, and Nolan Creek Road. This order requires all food and refuse to be stored in hard-sided vehicles, approved bear-resistant containers, or supended at least 10 feet clear of the ground at all points and four feet horizontally from any supporting tree or pole. This order has been issued to provide for public safety and wildlife conservation. Hopefully it will reduce wildlife habituation problems. The Gold Park campground is located along Homestake Creek in the Homestake Valley in a forested setting. There are 12 camp sites available. Holy Cross Wilderness is nearby; all wilderness regulations must be observed when traveling in the wilderness (foot and horse travel only). There are several trailheads into the wilderness within driving distance of the campground and the Homestake Reservoir is about 3 miles further west on Homestake Road. There is a printable Recreation Quicksheet for this campground which is complete with directions, details, and other information about this campground.

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CAMP HALE MEMORIAL

Overview Camp Hale Memorial Campground sits at an elevation of 9,200 feet, offering guests a wonderful setting for recreation and relaxation. Camp Hale is historic because the 10th Mountain Division, an unit of 15,000 men, trained here in mountaineering and skiing techniques during WWII. Some saw combat in Italy during the war. Most of the buildings have been torn down, but foundations and other "footprints" remain. The 99th Infantry Battalion (Viking Battalion) also trained at Camp Hale. There are interpretive signs along US Rt. 24, explaining the history and accomplishments of Camp Hale. Recreation With the headwaters of the Eagle River nearby, anglers will find pockets of solitude, casting lines for rainbow and brown trout. The waterway was named by the local Ute Indians who thought there were as many branches of the river as there were tail feathers on an eagle. Several ponds south of the campground offer good fishing opportunities. The Colorado Trail crosses within walking distance of Camp Hale, and gravel roads provide easy walking and bike paths within the area. Facilities Camp Hale Memorial Campground has 15 standard sites able to accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, and vault toilets. Drinking water and electrical hook- ups are not available at this site. Visitors must provide their own water. The road, parking area and spurs in the campground are gravel. 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. This campground sits among a sparse growth of young Lodgepole pine in a wide, flat, open valley. Nearby Attractions The resort town of Vail is a popular destination for visitors to the area, offering downhill skiing, world-class fly fishing, dining and resorts. There is a multitude of outdoor and indoor opportunites in this mountain town. Charges & 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.

16.3 km away

CAMP HALE EAST FORK GROUP

Overview Located in the wide-open spaces of a lush green valley near the headwaters of the Eagle River and East Fork Eagle River, Camp Hale East Fork is the ideal spot for large group camping. The surrounding White River National Forest offers campers a recreational oasis and an exciting Wilderness experience. Recreation The famous Colorado Trail winds within walking distance of the campground, offering hiking, horseback riding and opportunities for wildlife viewing to guests. Several paths throughout the campground also provide easy walking and biking areas. Fishing is available in the numerous streams nearby, including both the Eagle and East Fork Eagle River, the Camp Hale Pond and several beaver ponds, with various types of trout available. Facilities East Fork Group site has one site available for reservation: There is no electric hook-up or water available at this site. Group Site facilities include: hardened parking for up to approximately 20 campers/RV's depending on the size. Vehicles are restricted to hardened areas only. The site has 8 regular fire rings, and 1 group size fire ring, 1 pedestal grill, 3 food lockers, 1 double and 1 single vault toilet and 10 picnic tables. Garbage is disposed of at the Camp Hale Memorial Campground. Natural Features Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million acre White River National Forest is the top recreation forest in the nation. Known as the birthplace of wilderness and home to world-renowned skiing, the White River Forest has something to offer every outdoor enthusiast. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564. Nearby Attractions The White River National Forest is home to several skiing and Wilderness areas, providing countless recreational opportunities for campers. Charges & 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.