South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co)

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG — fishing, hiking

Location: PARSHALL, CO, CO

Price: From $70 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

South Fork Group Campground is located in north central Colorado in the Williams Fork Valley next to South Fork Creek. Many mountain streams and creeks nearby offer good fishing opportunities. South Fork is the only facility in the area designated for horse camping.The South Fork Trail begins at the campground and is one of the most popular trails in the valley.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/south-fork-group-site-arapaho-nf-co to be notified when sites open up.

South Fork Group Campground offers a popular 26-mile loop trail for hiking and horseback riding with access to multiple trails in the Williams Fork Valley. The setting next to South Fork Creek provides good fishing opportunities and scenic mountain streams nearby.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Bighorn Sheep, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Muskrat, Wilson's Snipe, Pine Grosbeak, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, American Dipper

Insider tips for South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co): Book early — this is a popular federal campground Last few miles of access road are well-traveled dirt; standard vehicle suitable Only group site facility in the area designated for horse camping

Skip South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You need a large number of sites — only 1 group site available. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co): May-October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Blue River Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Prairie Point Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Windy Point Group (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), St. Louis Creek (Morrison, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co)

Cell signal at South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) (PARSHALL, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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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South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co)

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PARSHALL, CO, CO★ 4.8 (4 reviews)From $70/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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South Fork Group Campground is located in north central Colorado in the Williams Fork Valley next to South Fork Creek. Many mountain streams and creeks nearby offer good fishing opportunities. South Fork is the only facility in the area designated for horse camping.The South Fork Trail begins at the campground and is one of the most popular trails in the valley.

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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 RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

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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 — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You need a large number of sites — only 1 group site available✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Last few miles of access road are well-traveled dirt; standard vehicle suitable

Only group site facility in the area designated for horse camping

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
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4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Moose, Bighorn Sheep, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Muskrat, Wilson's Snipe, Pine Grosbeak, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, American Dipper

Location

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Getting there →

From Granby, Colorado, take State Highway 40 west toward Parshall, Colorado. Two miles before Parshall, turn left on County Road 3. Go approximately 18 miles on County Road 3. Turn south onto County Road 30 and travel 12 miles. Drive through a large culvert. Continue south for a half-mile and turn right into the campground.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) cost per night?+
South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) costs $70 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) open?+
South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co)?+
South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co)?+
South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) 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 South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) open, and what are check-in times?+
South Fork Group Site - Arapaho Nf (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$70 /night★ 4.8 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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