Cow Creek South
White River National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking
Location: Silverthorne, CO, CO
Price: From $21 per night
Price range: $21–$42 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (106 reviews)
Season: May through October
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. fastFor facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Cow Creek South Campground has 44 standard sites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs. All motorized watercraft must be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species and must launch from a monitored launch r
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Located on the northeast shore of Green Mountain Reservoir in White River National Forest, Cow Creek South offers ideal recreation for water and land activities. Campers praise it as a clean campground with great views and well-maintained bathrooms.
Wildlife alert: Mountain Cottontail, American Beaver, Mule Deer, Colorado Chipmunk, Wyoming Ground Squirrel, Golden Eagle, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Lincoln's Sparrow, and Broad-tailed Hummingbird have been documented within 8km.
Insider tips for Cow Creek South: Book early—this is a popular federal campground that fills up quickly Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available Expect windy conditions and minimal shade according to camper reports
Skip Cow Creek South if: You need RV hookups—this campground has none. You require year-round camping—seasonal operations only May-October. You have noise-sensitive neighbors nearby—pet policies enforced by management.
Best time to visit Cow Creek South: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only. June — Camper reported good conditions in June with great views.
Nearby campgrounds: Cow Creek North (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Willows Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Elliott Creek Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Prairie Point Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Cow Creek South
Cell signal at Cow Creek South (Silverthorne, CO): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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. fastFor facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.Cow Creek South Campground has 44 standard sites suitable for tents, trailers and RVs. All motorized watercraft must be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species and must launch from a monitored launch ramp.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground that fills up quickly
Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available
Expect windy conditions and minimal shade according to camper reports
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Camper reported good conditions in June with great views
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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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.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — White River National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at White River National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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