Cow Creek North (CO)
White River National Forest
Cow Creek North Campground is on the northeast shores 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 land.
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.
Cow Creek North Campground has 5 group sites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs. Vault toilets are provided. The landscape around the lake is open with very few trees and miles of mountain views. Each group site has 2 picnic tables and a fire ring.
Notifications and Alerts
ATTENTION – BE BEAR AWARE
Bears are active in all campgrounds, It is important that you store all food (dry, fresh, frozen, packaged, etc.), all beverages (canned, bottled, fresh, frozen etc.), all pet food and any product that has an odor in a locked food storage locker at the site, locked vehicle (windows and door must be locked), or in your locked camper with all windows, doors and hatches locked when you are not with it.
Help us keep you and bears safe.
Quiet Hours: 10pm - 6am. This means no use of generators during this time.
Dogs are required to be on leash at all times in campgrounds. Not complying can result in loss of campsite and possible fines.
Need to Know
No drinking water available at this campground
Groups 1, 2, 4 & 5 include two vehicles with rate, these sites will hold a max of 6 vehicles at additional charge per vehicle per night. Group 3 include 3 vehicles with rate, site will hold max of 9 vehicles at additional charge per vehicle per night.
Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of that following day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.
Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org
Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
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.
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.
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.
Changes & 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.
Contact Information
Mailing
Dillon Ranger District 680 Blue River Parkway Silverthorne CO 80498
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 970-468-7681
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Directions from Silverthorne Colorado:
Take Blue River Pkwy ( CO-9 N ) for 23 miles, the Campground will be on your left
Directions from Kremmling Colorado:
Take CO-9 S for 14.9 miles, the Campground will be on your left
Available Campsites
- Site Group 01, Loop Cow Creek North, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site Group 04, Loop Cow Creek North, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site Group 02, Loop Cow Creek North, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site Group 05, Loop Cow Creek North, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site Group 03, Loop Cow Creek North, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
