20 CAMP SITES. FIRST COME/FIRST SERVED. Sites 13 and 14 are for a two car group of RV and share a table and fireplace.
Reservation Status:
Not Accepted
Satellite and Topo Map
General Description
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Ice fishing
The facilities include 20 sites with tables and fireplaces, vault type toilets, centralized refuse bin and a developed drinking water system with hand pumps (in season) and ample turn around and parking space for trailers. Sites 13 and 14 are for a two car group and share one table and fireplace. the site is suitable for a large RV.
Attractions in the area include fishing in Beaver Creek and Beaver Reservoir and hiking on Tewksberry Trail 842.
Directions from South Fork, Colorado: Travel one mile south on U.S. Highway 160 to Forest Road 360. Take FR 360 south for 4.5 miles to lower beaver creek campground entrance.
Seasonal Information:
Normal Services Available:
Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
(NOTE: Campground alternates staying open after Labor Day until November 15, for Fall color viewing and big game hunting. Reduced Services. Campground may close earlier due to deep snow.)
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Fee Information
Type
Price
Remarks
Camping, Single Unit
Call for Current Fee
Water, trash collection, and v
Current Conditions & Trip Reports
Closed until Memorial Day Weekend then open from Memorial Day through October 1st. Fee area! Host! Updated: 2000-05-18 16:38:00.0
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Number of People Encountered: 25-50 ppl Recommend to a Friend: Not Recommended Report: Right next to the road; full of Texans; creek wormed-out
Recreation Opportunities
Activity
Remarks
On Site
RV Camping
Maximum length 35 feet. Sites 13 and 14 is suitable for a large RV.
Yes
Tent Camping
Tables and fireplaces
Yes
Camping
Upper Beaver Creek and Highway Springs campgrounds nearby.
No
Cold Water Fishing
Beaver Creek and Beaver Creek Reservoir are two miles south.
No
Hiking & Walking
Tewksberry Trail 842
Picnicking
Tables, fireplaces, toilets, trash bin, drinking water (in season)
Yes
Nearby Services
Gas Station: VARIOUS LOCAL CONCERNS
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 5.5 MILES TO SOUTH FORK, COLORADO.
Groceries: VARIOUS LOCAL CONCERNS
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 5.5 MILES TO SOUTHFORK, COLORADO.
Nearest Pay Phone: LOCAL
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 4.5 miles northeast to South Fork, 11 miles southwest along U.S. Highway 160
Restaurants: VARIOUS LOCAL CONCERNS
(Private - Profit)
Directions: 4.5 miles northeast to South Fork, 11 miles southwest along U.S. Highway 160
Related Activities
Beaver Creek Reservoir - All sizes of rainbow, brown, brook and native cutthroat trout as well as kokanee salmon tempt the fisherman. There is a paved boat ramp at the south end and the reservoir is suitable for rafts to small motor boats.
Highway Springs Campground - The south fork the Rio Grande provides fishing opportunities. There are 16 sites and no drinking water or firewood is provided.
Ride Thru The Rockies Scenic Byway - Within the Divide District of the Rio Grande National Forest, winds a specially designed car tour. This lengthy course, composed of inspiring scenery and captivating wildlife, creates an excellent modem for viewing elk and deer.
Tewksberry Trail - Tewksberry Trail makes a gentle ascent over scenic Meadow Pass between Cattle Mountain and Demijohn Peak. This trail is not used excessively by hikers which gives the opportunity for solitude.
Upper Beaver Creek Campground - Upper Beaver Creek Campground is southwest of South Fork in the Beaver Creek drainage.13 campsites with tables and fireplaces.
Closed until Memorial Day Weekend then open from Memorial Day through October 1st. Fee area! Host! Updated: 2000-05-18 16:38:00.0
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