Blue
Crossing Campground consists of 4 campsites and
that usually means you may be the only one at the campsite
during your stay. For those who like to fish, don't get
too excited, the Blue River runs pretty thin in late summer.
When I was there in early September, there was only a small
rivulet flowing, so check it out in late spring or early
summer.
The
drive into the campground alone is worth the trip. Hikers
can wander into the nearby Blue Range Primitive Area, but
must be aware of the wildlife which can include mountain
lions.
This
campground may be unaccessible during high waters mainly
during the spring runoff.
There
is no fee to stay at this campground.
Directions
From
Alpine, travel east on U.S. 180 3.3 miles to the
turnoff at FR 281. Follow FR 281 for 20 miles then turn
right on FR 567 and travel 0.1 miles to the campsite. The
campground is well marked.
From Hannagan Meadows, travel north on
U.S. 191 10 miles to Red Hill Road and drive the scenic
road to the campground at the base of the mountain.
