Craig is a remote Northwest town of about 10,000 people. There are lots things to do for the outdoorsman around Craig, with the most notable being hunting. It’s located forty-five minutes west of Steamboat Springs.
It’s known as the “Elk Hunting Capital of the World”, with people coming from all over to hunt the land of Moffat County, with most of them staying in Craig. Residing at 6,198 feet of elevation, Craig is the most populated town and the county seat.

Main Attractions
Hunting – Northwest Colorado is an outdoorsman’s paradise. Recreation of all types can be found close by. Access to Routt and White River national forests are a short drive from town.
Recreation
Camping:
- Both campgrounds and dispersed camping be found in the Routt and White River national forests.
Read about the camping near Craig and Hayden.
Fishing:
- Yampa River has good trout fishing right by town.
Accommodations
Read about the Top 6 Cool Hotels in Craig.
Special Events
May – Grand Old West Days – Held over the Memorial Day weekend. This 3 day festival includes a horse show, parade, carnival, music, food and games.
Jun/Jul – Farmers Market – Held downtown on Thursdays from 12pm-6pm.
Activities near Craig
Federal Lands:
- Browns Park Wildlife Refuge (90mi)
- Dinosaur National Monument (85mi)
- Freeman Reservoir (23mi)
- Routt National Forest
- Sand Wash Basin (49mi)
- White River National Forest
Hot Springs:
- Juniper Hot Springs (26mi)
Museums:
State Parks:
Towns:
- Dinosaur (87mi)
- Hayden (17mi)
- Kremmling (93mi)
- Lay (19mi)
- Meeker (48mi)
- Maybell (31mi)
- Milner (30mi)
- Rangely (92mi)
- Rifle (89mi)
- Steamboat Springs (42mi)
- Sunbeam (37mi)
Transportation:
Whitewater Rafting:
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