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Bradfield Recreation Site

Pleasant View, Colorado · Dolores County · Facility

Bradfield is a large, open campground with a day use area and boat ramp. There are 17 designated camping spurs with picnic tables and fire rings. Ten of the sites have shade structures and one site is fully accessible for those with disabilities. There are two vault restrooms and two potable water hand pumps (seasonall…

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About Bradfield Recreation Site

Bradfield is a large, open campground with a day use area and boat ramp. There are 17 designated camping spurs with picnic tables and fire rings. Ten of the sites have shade structures and one site is fully accessible for those with disabilities. There are two vault restrooms and two potable water hand pumps (seasonally operational, generally April 1st -Sept 30th). There is also an additional camping loop geared toward more dispersed camping for equestrian users (a rustic and un-maintained non-motorized trail leads downriver from here for about 8 miles, with several river crossings). The day use area has three picnic tables and shade trees. There is an $8/night camping fee on a first come first served basis. The busiest time of year is when there is a 'boatable release' on the lower Dolores from McPhee Reservoir, generally mid-April to mid-June. For more information, please contact the Tres Rios Field Office.

How to Get There

From HWY 491 at Pleasant View, take CR-CC east to CR-16 North to CR-S east, down into the Dolores River Cyn. At the bottom look for the BLM Portal sign for Bradfield, turning north (left).

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Bradfield Recreation Site

Heading to Bradfield Recreation Site? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Bradfield Recreation Site?

Yes — reservations can be made on Recreation.gov. Popular sites fill quickly, especially weekends and holidays. Book up to 6 months in advance.

Is Bradfield Recreation Site accessible?

Accessible Vault Restrooms

How do I get to Bradfield Recreation Site?

From HWY 491 at Pleasant View, take CR-CC east to CR-16 North to CR-S east, down into the Dolores River Cyn. At the bottom look for the BLM Portal sign for Bradfield, turning north (left).

How do I contact Bradfield Recreation Site?

You can reach the park at phone: 970-882-7296.