The nearest public telephone is located in the town of Deckers. The nearest fire and emergency services are located in the town of Trumbull one mile from Deckers. The South Platte River, which runs adjacent to the campground, offers Gold Medal fishing.

Directions from Deckers: Platte River Campground is located approximately three and one half miles north of the small town of Deckers on Highway 67.

Seasonal Information:
Normal Services Available: May through Late Fall .

nearest public telephone: various (private, for profit) Directions: Deckers - 3.5 miles south on Highway 67

emergency services: (non-profit) Directions: Deckers - 3.5 miles south on Highway 67

Gill Trail - This 3.5 mile trail follows the South Fork of the South Platte River to the Chessman Lake Dam. The trail serves as the primary access for anglers wishing to fish this 3 mile stretch of river.

Lone Rock Campground - Lone Rock Campground consists of 20 individual campsites including one barrier-free unit and two units with electricity. The main attraction for this campground is the gold medal fishing waters of the South Platte.

Scraggy View Picnic Ground - The Scraggy View Picnic Area consists of three individual sites, with a table at each site. It is popular with anglers because of its close proximity to the gold-medal waters of the South Platte River.

Willow Bend Picnic Ground - The Willow Bend Picnic Area consists of five individual sites, each with a table. This site is used often by anglers because of it's close proximity to the gold-medal waters of the South Platte River.