US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground in Mesa County, Colorado. Run by Bureau of Land Management.
| Operator | Bureau of Land Management |
|---|---|
| Agency | Bureau of Land Management (18 Road - North Fruita Desert) |
| Campsites | 144 |
| Site types | 99 standard, no electric, 40 tent only no electric, 3 group standard, no electric, 1 group tent only area no electric, 1 group standard, area no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 99 ft |
| Electric hookups | No |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Cabins or yurts | No |
| Showers | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump station | No |
| Drinking water | No |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Campfires allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (970) 244-3000 |
| Website | www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/274413 |
| Address | 18 Road, Fruita, CO, 81521 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with North Fruita Desert Campground (Upper Campground, Sites A-D) before you go.
The North Fruita Desert campground is a mountain biker’s paradise with campsites situated at the heart of the famous "18 Road" trail system and within easy reach of the world-renowned Kokopelli Trail system. Come to the North Fruita Desert for an active outing of riding and relaxing with family and friends. Ride to the trails in just a few minutes from any of the campsites. The trail system and associated camping amenities provide great opportunities to experience the diverse desert terrain along the base of the Book Cliffs. Food, lodging and other amenities are available nearby in the City of Fruita.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
North Fruita Desert Campground (Upper Campground, Sites A-D) is in Mesa County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.