Overview
Set in a towering grove of mixed conifer and aspen trees on the western slope of the Colorado Rockies at an elevation of 8,200 feet. This is an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation.
Hikers, hunters, anglers and equestrians can also find recreational opportunities nearby. This is a good base for hiking and horseback riding in the Flat Tops Wilderness. Enjoy elk hunting amidst one of the largest elk herds in North America.
Recreation
Standard Nonelectric
Equestrian Nonelectric
Overnight
Facilities
The East Marvine Campground has 10 non-reservable campsites with picnic tables, toilet, fire grates, and trash disposal.
The Marvine parking areas provide plenty of room for trailers and vehicles. Hitchracks are available in the parking lot, and corrals are available at three sites adjacent to the campground. Day use parking for East Marvine Trail is available on the right side of the road.
There is no potable water available. Livestock may be watered in the stream, approximately 400 yards away.
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, moose graze along the streams 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.
Nearby Attractions
East Marvine Trail #1822: The trail leads up East Marvine Creek, through the Flat Tops Wilderness to Johnson Lake. At the summit Big Marvine Peak offers a panoramic view of the Flat Tops Wilderness and the surrounding area.
Marvine Trail #1823: The Marvine Trail begins at the end of County Road 12 right outside the campground. It accesses Marvine Creek and Marvine Lakes providing a great opportunity to fish.
Marvine Lake and Slide Lake: These two lakes cover 135 surface acres and offer rainbow, brook, and cutthroat trout fishing.
West Marvine Trail #1868
Papoose Creek Trail #2248: leads up Papoose Creek past several short waterfalls, to Papoose Basin. It then climbs onto the Flat Tops Plateau where it intersects the Oyster Lake Trail 1825.
Ute Creek Trail #1824
The description, directions and fees are the Forest Service’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.