Prospector
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At a Glance
About Prospector
Prospector is a national park campground at White River National Forest in Summit County, Colorado. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Prospector is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 48 ft.
Other campgrounds at White River National Forest include Lowry Campground, Windy Point Group (co), Peak One, Heaton Bay and Blue River Campground (CO).
Total reservations in May — 2023: 332 · 2024: 336 · 2025: 342
Location
Address
Silverthorne, Colorado
Coordinates
39.5958, -106.0344
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 1,688 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Lowry Campground
White River National Forest
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Windy Point Group (co)
White River National Forest
Peak One
White River National Forest
Heaton Bay
White River National Forest
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Blue River Campground (CO)
White River National Forest
Gore Creek Campground
White River National Forest
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Prospector FAQ
How far in advance should I book Prospector?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Prospector?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Prospector. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Prospector right now?
Prospector is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
How often is availability checked at Prospector?
Campsite Tonight monitors Prospector for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 29 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Where is Prospector located?
Prospector is located in White River National Forest, near Silverthorne, Colorado.
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