Can you reserve a site at Cow Creek South?

Yes, Cow Creek South is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Cow Creek South have?

44 sites in total, of which 43 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Cow Creek South?

90 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Cow Creek South?

Yes, pets are allowed at Cow Creek South.

Are campfires allowed at Cow Creek South?

Campfires are allowed at Cow Creek South. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Cow Creek South, Colorado — 43 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Cow Creek South Campground is located on the northeast shore of Green Mountain Reservoir in White River National Forest, offering an ideal setting for visitors seeking a multitude of recreational activities both on water and on land. fast

Recreation

Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the White River National Forest is one of the top recreation forests in the nation.

Located on the shores of Green Mountain reservoir, Cow Creek Campground is a popular spot for boating, canoeing, fishing, water skiing and windsurfing.

Anglers will find populations of rainbow and brown trout, as well as kokanee salmon when casting their lines out into the water.

Spring Creek is a popular off-roading area located at the northern end of the Gore Mountain Range. A network of roads open to off-road vehicle use meanders through lodgepole pine and spruce/fir forests. Viewpoints of surrounding mountains open up along these roads.

Facilities

Cow Creek South Campground has 44 standard sites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs. Vault toilets are provided.

All motorized watercraft must be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species and must launch from a monitored launch ramp. The Heeney Marina below the Town of Heeney on the west shore is open during daylight hours throughout the season. Other ramps are available as reservoir water levels allow.

Natural Features

In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined seasons and ten peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation.

The White River National Forest was established in 1891 as the White River Plateau Timber Reserve; the second such reserve to be named in the United States. In 1905, the newly formed Forest Service was given authority of the reserve.

Long before this designation, the area was home to the Ute Indians who followed herds of elk and bison on their seasonal migrations.

Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

Nearby Attractions

Take some time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. In the summer visitors may want to traverse Trail Ridge Road from one side of the park to the other, reaching alpine vistas boasting elevations of more than 12,000 feet.

Charges & Cancellations

Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

The facts

43 bookable sites
44 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 90 ft
Up to 20 people per site
Loops: COW CREEK

Site types

43 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

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44 campsites at Cow Creek South

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
002	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
003	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
004	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	25 ft	10	🐾
005	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
006	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
007	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
008	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
009	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
010	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
011	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
012	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
013	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
014	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
015	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
016	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
017	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
018	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
019	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
020	COW CREEK	Management	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
021	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
022	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
023	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
024	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
025	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
026	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
027	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
028	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
029	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
030	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	10	🐾
031	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
032	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	40 ft	20	🐾
033	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	65 ft	10	🐾
034	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	10	🐾
035	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	10	🐾
036	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	10	🐾
037	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	10	🐾
038	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	10	🐾
039	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	90 ft	20	🐾
040	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	10	🐾
041	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	70 ft	10	🐾
042	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	20	🐾
043	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	10	🐾
044	COW CREEK	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	20	🐾

Getting there

From Silverthorne, Colorado on Interstate 70 take exit 205 and go 22.4 miles north on Colorado Highway 9. The campground is near the mid-point of Green Mountain Reservoir. The entrance is on the left just before mile marker 124.

From Kremmling, Colorado, turn off Highway 40 onto Colorado Highway 9 South and go 15.1 miles. The campground is near the mid-point of Green Mountain Reservoir. The entrance is on the right, just beyond mile marker 124.

39.87944, -106.27722 · 39°52'46.0"N 106°16'38.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	1.0	1.0	1.1	1.5	1.6	1.1	1.9	1.6	1.6	1.2	1.0	0.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Cow Creek South

Can you reserve a site at Cow Creek South?: Yes, Cow Creek South is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Cow Creek South have?: 44 sites in total, of which 43 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Cow Creek South?: 90 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Cow Creek South?: Yes, pets are allowed at Cow Creek South.
Are campfires allowed at Cow Creek South?: Campfires are allowed at Cow Creek South. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Cow Creek South also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Cow Creek South's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Restrictions:

Boat inspections are required for Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).

Accessibility:

Accessible vault toilets

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Cow Creek South

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McDonald Flats Campground 2.9 mi · Campground
Cataract Creek Campground 3.3 mi · Campground
Lower Cataract Lake Loop #57 3.6 mi · Facility
Upper Cataract Lake #63 5.2 mi · Facility
Elliot's Ridge #1889 8.2 mi · Facility
Lower/Upper Slate Lakes #65 9.2 mi · Facility
Horseshoe Campground 9.7 mi · Campground
Ute Pass/Peak #24 9.9 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 970-468-7681
Email Help.WhiteRiver.Dillon@AmericanLL.com
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Cow Creek South