Camping
John Martin Reservoir State Park offers year-round camping with 213 total campsites across two campgrounds. All camping requires reservations, which can be made up to six months in advance.
Reservations: Call (800) 244-5613 or reserve online.
Lake Hasty Campground
109 sites with electrical hookups located below the dam, open year-round. All sites accommodate any size RV, motor home, trailer, camper, or tent (minimum 60 feet long). The Lake Hasty area features accessible parking spaces and campsites for people with disabilities.
Amenities:
- Electrical hookups (20, 30, and 50 amp) at each site
- Camper services building with flush restrooms, laundry room, and coin-operated showers (April 1 - October 31)
- Fish-cleaning station (April 1 - September 30)
- Year-round dump station and potable water
- Playground and natural/man-made shade at each site
Winter Camping: 51 sites remain open with limited facilities.
The Point Campground
The Point Campground is a basic campground with 104 sites located on the north shore of John Martin Reservoir.
Sites 61-73, & 76-96 are closed from Nov 1 to March 15 for bald eagle resting.
- There are vault toilets available in each loop; however, there are no electrical hookups or water. People camping at the Point Campground are welcome to use any of the facilities at John Martin Reservoir State Park.
- Sites 242-279 in the Point Campground are open year-round.
Recommended gear for Camping
MSR PocketRocket 2 Ultralight Camping and Backpacking Stove
Ultralight canister stove that packs small for backpacking and quick trail meals.
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Coleman BottleTop Propane Stove with Adjustable Burner, Portable Camping/Backpacking Cooker with 7650 BTUs of Power for Camping, Tailgating, Grilling, & More
Compact single-burner propane stove with adjustable heat for simple camp meals.
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Coleman Portable Camping Chair with 4-Can Cooler, Cushioned Seat & Back with Side Pockets & Cup Holder, Carry Bag Included, Great for Camping, Tailgating, Firepits, Patio, & More
Cushioned folding chair with a built-in cooler, cup holder, and side pockets.
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