Cow Creek South
The Cow Creek South location is in Heeney, Colorado
80498. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Cow Creek South facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Mile Marker 124 Hwy 9 North
Heeney
Colorado
80498
Phone number
970-468-7681
Campground information Heeney, Colorado
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mile Marker 124 Hwy 9 North Heeney, CO
How do I make a reservation with Cow Creek South?
To make reservations at Cow Creek South, you can call the office at 970-468-7681.
Where is Cow Creek South located?
The Cow Creek South is located at Mile Marker 124 Hwy 9 North in Heeney,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Cow Creek South have tent or RV camping?
Cow Creek South offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 970-468-7681 to make sure things haven’t changed.