Chute Hill Campground


Immediately north of the North Bloomfield ghost town, Chute Hill Campground sits among pines and cedars. Each pitch has a bear-proof locker, picnic table and fire bin. Drinking water is available and there are restrooms a short walk away. The rustic miners' cabins in the ghost town itself have four bunks and a heating stove, with a barbecue outside.


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