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Meadows Group Campground

PSICC — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO, CO

Price: From $195 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (5 reviews)

Season: May through October

Meadows Group Campground offers a wonderful opportunity for groups to enjoy the great outdoors. Located just 45 miles south of Denver near the town of Buffalo Creek, Colorado, the campground provides easy access to trout fishing, hiking and mountain biking.Several trailheads for mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding are within a half mile radius of the campground. The Buffalo Creek mountain bike area and the Lost Creek Wilderness Area can be accessed from the campground via the Colorado T

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/meadows-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Meadows Group Campground is ideal for large groups with plenty of space for tents, trailers, and RVs. Located 45 miles south of Denver near Buffalo Creek, it offers excellent access to trout fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and the Lost Creek Wilderness Area.

Wildlife alert: Wapiti, Mule Deer, Red Fox, and Bullsnake present in the area. Tick presence reported in tall grass.

Insider tips for Meadows Group Campground: Bring your own water — water pumps have been reported out of service Book early — this is a federal campground and fills quickly Self-contained RVs only — no hookups available at sites

Skip Meadows Group Campground if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer) — none available. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You have a group smaller than the 2-site minimum.

Best time to visit Meadows Group Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Buffalo Campground (Bailey, CO), Green Mountain Campground (Pine, CO), Kelsey Campground (S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO), Platte River (Sedalia, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Meadows Group Campground

Cell signal at Meadows Group Campground (S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 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.

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S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO, CO★ 4.2 (5 reviews)From $195/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Meadows Group Campground offers a wonderful opportunity for groups to enjoy the great outdoors. Located just 45 miles south of Denver near the town of Buffalo Creek, Colorado, the campground provides easy access to trout fishing, hiking and mountain biking.Several trailheads for mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding are within a half mile radius of the campground. The Buffalo Creek mountain bike area and the Lost Creek Wilderness Area can be accessed from the campground via the Colorado Trail.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer) — none available✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You have a group smaller than the 2-site minimum

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Bring your own water

water pumps have been reported out of service

Book early

this is a federal campground and fills quickly

Self-contained RVs only

no hookups available at sites

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Wapiti, Mule Deer, Red Fox, and Bullsnake present in the area. Tick presence reported in tall grass.

Location

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303-275-5610· PSICC
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Getting there →

From Denver, Colorado, take Highway 285 southwest to Pine Junction, turn south on Jefferson County 126 and travel 15 miles to Buffalo Creek. Turn right on Forest Road 550 and drive 5 miles to the Meadows Group Campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — PSICC fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at PSICC before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Meadows Group Campground cost per night?+
Meadows Group Campground costs $195 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Meadows Group Campground open?+
Meadows Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Meadows Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Meadows Group Campground?+
Meadows Group Campground can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Meadows Group Campground?+
Meadows Group Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Meadows Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Meadows Group Campground is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Meadows Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Meadows Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$195 /night★ 4.2 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Buffalo Campground

Bailey, CO

From $28/night

Green Mountain Campground

Pine, CO

From $24/night

Kelsey Campground

S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO

From $28/night

Platte River

Sedalia, CO

From $24/night

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