U.S. Forest Service · CO

Cow Creek South

Cow Creek south sage field with reservoir and mountains in backgroundPhoto · USFS
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
44Sites
90 ftMax rig

The place

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. Keep reading

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 sites · 44

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
COW CREEK001standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK002standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK003standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK004standard nonelectric25 ft
COW CREEK005standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK006standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK007standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK008standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK009standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK010standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK011standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK012standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK013standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK014standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK015standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK016standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK017standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK018standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK019standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK020management40 ft
COW CREEK021standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK022standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK023standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK024standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK025standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK026standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK027standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK028standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK029standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK030standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK031standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK032standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK033standard nonelectric65 ft
COW CREEK034standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK035standard nonelectric55 ft
COW CREEK036standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK037standard nonelectric40 ft
COW CREEK038standard nonelectric
COW CREEK039standard nonelectric90 ft
COW CREEK040standard nonelectric
COW CREEK041standard nonelectric70 ft
COW CREEK042standard nonelectric50 ft
COW CREEK043standard nonelectric55 ft
COW CREEK044standard nonelectric50 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Who runs it

Operated by American Land & Leisure, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

Your representative

This campground sits in CO-02. This member’s public-lands record →

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