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Cow Creek South Campground

White River National Forest, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Cow Creek South Campground is a campground in White River National Forest, Colorado with 43 campsites. Cow Creek South Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cow Creek South Campground is located at 39.8794° N, 106.2772° W.

people allowed on 33 of 43 sites: 10
people allowed on each of the 10 largest sites: 20

Cow Creek South Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Cow Creek South Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Cow Creek South Campground

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Standard 43

What an RV fits

25 ft1 site
40 ft33 sites
50 ft2 sites
55 ft2 sites
65 ft1 site
70 ft1 site
90 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography, stargazing, offroad.

All sites at Cow Creek South Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the COW CREEK loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	10	40 ft
002	Standard	20	40 ft
003	Standard	20	40 ft
004	Standard	10	25 ft
005	Standard	10	40 ft
006	Standard	10	40 ft
007	Standard	10	40 ft
008	Standard	10	40 ft
009	Standard	10	40 ft
010	Standard	10	40 ft
011	Standard	10	40 ft
012	Standard	10	40 ft
013	Standard	10	40 ft
014	Standard	10	40 ft
015	Standard	10	40 ft
016	Standard	10	40 ft
017	Standard	10	40 ft
018	Standard	20	40 ft
019	Standard	20	40 ft
021	Standard	20	40 ft
022	Standard	10	40 ft
023	Standard	10	40 ft

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
024	Standard	10	40 ft
025	Standard	10	40 ft
026	Standard	10	40 ft
027	Standard	10	40 ft
028	Standard	10	40 ft
029	Standard	10	40 ft
030	Standard	10	40 ft
031	Standard	20	40 ft
032	Standard	20	40 ft
033	Standard	10	65 ft
034	Standard	10	40 ft
035	Standard	10	55 ft
036	Standard	10	40 ft
037	Standard	10	40 ft
038	Standard	10	-
039	Standard	20	90 ft
040	Standard	10	-
041	Standard	10	70 ft
042	Standard	20	50 ft
043	Standard	10	55 ft
044	Standard	20	50 ft

About Cow Creek South Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Cow Creek South Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Cow Creek South Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Please Note: One RV with tow per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged a per night fee and collected at the campground.

No drinking water available at this campground

Off-road vehicles are allowed on established roads only

Site access is difficult when road is wet

All food, beverages, trash and scented items must be properly stored when not attended. Bear-proof food lockers are provided at each site and bear-proof trash receptacles are provided at the campground.

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails

Reserved Sites will be held until check out time (ELEVEN) 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.

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Campers must occupy the site the first night at a campsite. This prevents booking the site for Fri-Sun and showing up on Saturday.

Campers may leave the site for 24 hours and must occupy the site otherwise. This allows a camper to say go for an overnight backpack trip in the woods for one night and come back to their campsite the next day.

Check in time is 2:00pm and Check out time is 11:00am

It is imperative that you are clear from the site at 11:00am on your check out day so the host can come prepare the site for the next event. Please don't be the group that makes the incoming group have to wait.

Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.WhiteRiver.Dillon@AmericanLL.com

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Cow Creek South Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cow Creek South Campground?

Cow Creek South Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 43 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cow Creek South Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cow Creek South Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cow Creek South Campground have?

Cow Creek South Campground has 43 campsites.