wildernet

Divide Ranger District

Quick Facts

Upper Beaver Creek Campground

Elevation:	8,400 Feet (2618.5 Meters)
Length of Stay:	14 Days
Number of Sites:	13
Reservation Remarks:	13 sites available first come/first serve
Reservation Status:	Not Accepted

General Description

Upper Beaver Creek Campground is southwest of South Fork in the Beaver Creek drainage. The facilities include 13 sites with tables and fireplaces, vault type toilets, trash cans and a developed drinking water system with hand pumps (in season) and ample turn around and parking space for trailers. Beaver Creek and Beaver Reservoir offer fishing opportunities.

Directions from South Fork, Colorado: Take U.S. Highway 160 1.0 mile west to the Beaver Creek Forest Access Road #360. Turn left and go 5.0 miles south on FR # 360 to the campground.

Seasonal Information:
Normal Services Available: Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend (NOTE: Campground alternates staying open until November 15 for Big Game Hunting and Fall color viewing. may close Early because of snow.) .

Fee Information

Type	Price	Remarks
Camping, Single Unit	Call for Current Fee	Tables, fireplaces, vault toil

Current Conditions & Trip Reports

open Updated: 2000-05-09 10:53:00.0

Add your own trip Report! Newly re-released feature. One of the most popular features on Wildernet, trip reports allow you to share your experiences with others. This is an invaluable resource for determining what to expect on your outdoor adventure, so please participate! To prevent spamming, you must be a registered user of Wildernet in order to submit a trip report

No trip reports filed to date. Please be the first one to do so!

Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Other Watercraft	Beaver Creek Reservoir--2 miles south	No
	Camping	Lower Beaver Creek and Highway Springs Campgrounds nearby.	No
	RV Camping	Motor home and trailer parking and turn around space is available. Maximum length 35 feet.	Yes
	Cold Water Fishing	Fishing access for Beaver Creek and Beaver Creek Reservoir - 2 miles south.	No
	Picnicking	Tables, fireplaces, toilets, trash cans, drinking water (in season)	Yes

Nearby Services

Gasoline: Various local concerns (Private-Profit) Directions: 5 1/2 miles northeast in South Fork and en route to Wolf Creek Pass, 12 miles southwest

Restaurants: Various local concerns (Private-Profit) Directions: 5 1/2 miles northeast in South Fork and en route to Wolf Creek Pass, 12 miles southwest

Nearest Pay Phone: Local (Private-Profit) Directions: Six miles northwest to South Fork, Colorado

Groceries: Various local concerns (Private-Profit) Directions: Six miles northwest to South Fork, Colorado

Related Activities

Beaver Creek Campground - The facilities include 20 sites with tables and fireplaces. Attractions in the area include fishing in Beaver Creek and Beaver Reservoir and hiking on Tewksberry Trail 842.

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 Creek Cross-country Ski Trail - This pleasant trail takes a gentle ascent over scenic Meadow pass between Cattle Mountain and Demijohn Peak.