River Hill

Rio Grande National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: CREEDE, CO, CO

Price: From $29 per night

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (91 reviews)

Season: May through October

River Hill is a popular campground on the banks of the Rio Grande River. Situated in a meadow surrounded by willows, campers come here to fish for trout, hunt and take in the beautiful views of the forested hills and rock bluffs. River kayaking and fishing are also popular activities, and the Rio Grande Reservoir is just a couple miles away.Go rock climbing or horse packing in the San Juan mountains, or fish in the river, Squaw Creek or nearby Rio Grande Reservoir.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

River Hill is a popular campground on the banks of the Rio Grande River in a scenic meadow surrounded by willows and forested hills. Google reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness, attentive camp hosts, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: American Elk, Bighorn Sheep, Mule Deer, American Beaver, and Common Ravens are research-grade documented in the area. Wandering Garter Snakes also present.

Insider tips for River Hill: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 18 sites and high demand. Bring a high-clearance vehicle; reviewers report the access road is rough. Cell service is spotty in the area; plan accordingly.

Skip River Hill if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable for self-contained RVs only.. You require reliable cellular connectivity..

Best time to visit River Hill: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Thirty Mile (CREEDE, CO), Palisades Horse Camp (Pagosa Springs, CO), Cimarrona (Co) (Pagosa Springs, CO), Marshall Park (CREEDE, CO).