Willows Campground (Co)
White River National Forest — riverside
Location: Silverthorne, CO, CO
Price: From $21 per night
Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (22 reviews)
Season: May through October
Willows Campground is located on the north 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. 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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Boat Launch
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Willows Campground offers clean facilities and excellent water access on Green Mountain Reservoir for boating and paddle boarding, with mountain views and good fishing opportunities according to verified camper reviews.
Wildlife alert: American Beaver, Mule Deer, Golden Eagle, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area.
Insider tips for Willows Campground (Co): Book early as this is a popular federal campground with limited availability. Some sites are close to Highway 9; check the map to select quieter locations. Bring a paddle board or fishing gear for reservoir activities.
Skip Willows Campground (Co) if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, suitable only for self-contained RVs.. You prefer to visit outside May-October seasonal window.. You plan to swim — verified reviews note muddy and rocky conditions unsuitable for wading..
Best time to visit Willows Campground (Co): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: Cow Creek North (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Elliott Creek Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO), Cow Creek South (Silverthorne, CO), Prairie Point Campground (Co) (Silverthorne, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Willows Campground (Co)
Cell signal at Willows Campground (Co) (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.
Willows Campground is located on the north 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. 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.
Verified facts
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground with limited availability.
Some sites are close to Highway 9; check the map to select quieter locations.
Bring a paddle board or fishing gear for reservoir activities.
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Silverthorne, on Interstate 70 take exit 205 and go north 24.5 miles north on Colorado Highway 9. The campground is at the northern point of Green Mountain Reservoir. Turn left onto Heeney Rd for .5 mile, the entrance is on the left. From Kremmling, Colorado, turn off Highway 40 onto Colorado Highway 9 South and go 13 miles, turn right on Heeney Rd.
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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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