Elliott Creek Campground
Elliott Creek Campground is located on the northwest side of Green Mountain Reservoir in White River National Forest. Sitting to the south of the dam offers an ideal setting for visitors seeking a multitude of recreational activities both on water and on land.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 17 |
| Tent-only | 2 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
19 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | 10 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 002 | Standard | 10 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 003 | Standard | 10 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 004 | Standard | 60 | 10 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 34 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Standard | Pull-through | 13 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Standard | Pull-through | 13 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Tent only | 11 | 10 / 1 | Yes | |
| 010 | Tent only | 10 | 10 / 1 | Yes | |
| 011 | Standard | 60 | 10 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Elliott Creek Campground has 20 standard sites suitable for tents and smaller trailers. Vault toilets are provided. 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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | White River National Forest |
| Booking | Visit Recreation.gov |
| Rules | Boat inspections are required to prevent the spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Silverthorne, on Interstate 70 take exit 205 and go north 24 miles north on Colorado Highway 9. Turn left onto Heeney Rd. for 2 ½ miles. The campground is just after the dam. From Kremmling, Colorado, turn off Highway 40 onto Colorado Highway 9 South and go 13 miles, turn right on Heeney Rd.
| Nearest town | Silverthorne, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.8742° N, 106.3250° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireWillow
45 mi from the campground · 7,359 acres · 92% contained
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
50 mi from the campground · 390 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Marmot ↗ | 16.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.1 mi |
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Worth a stop
Take some time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits. In the summer visitors may want to traverse Trail Ridge Road from one side of the park to the other, reaching alpine vistas boasting elevations of more than 12,000 feet.
- 11.6 miBarger Gulch Fishing Access ↗Fishing site
- 14.2 miPowers Fishing Access ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 2.4 miGuthrie Gulch1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.5 miEaglesmere Trail2.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.6 miCataract Lake Loop2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.7 miSurprise Trail2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.8 miGore Range Trail ↗46.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4 miNorth Fork Elliott Creek1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.5 miEaglesmere TH #61 ↗White River National Forest
- 2.6 miLower Cataract Lake Loop TH #57 ↗White River National Forest
- 2.7 miSurprise Lake Trailhead #62 ↗White River National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
White River National Forest begins about 2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2 miWhite River National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,482,711 acres
- 4.2 miEagles Nest Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 135,104 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- E. C. Yust HomesteadBuilding · Kremmling · 8.9 mi
- Slate Creek BridgeStructure · Slate Creek · 10.7 mi
Natural features
In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3 million-acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined seasons and ten peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation. The White River National Forest was established in 1891 as the White River Plateau Timber Reserve; the second such reserve to be named in the United States. In 1905, the newly formed Forest Service was given authority of the reserve. Long before this designation, the area was home to the Ute Indians who followed herds of elk and bison on their seasonal migrations. Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate rocky ridges and bull elk bugle at dusk. Scenic rivers sustain populations of cutthroat, rainbow and brown trout. Alpine regions provide habitat for pika and ptarmigan.
Recreation
Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the White River National Forest is one of the top recreation forests in the nation. Located on the shores of Green Mountain reservoir, Cow Creek Campground is a popular spot for boating, kayaking, fishing, water skiing and windsurfing. Anglers will find populations of rainbow and brown trout, as well as kokanee salmon when casting their lines out into the water. Spring Creek is a popular off-roading area located at the northern end of the Gore Mountain Range. A network of roads open to off-road vehicle use meanders through lodgepole pine and spruce/fir forests. Viewpoints of surrounding mountains open up along these roads.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Elliott Creek Campground?
Sites at Elliott Creek Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Visit Recreation.gov Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Elliott Creek Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Elliott Creek Campground have?
20 sites, including 17 standard sites without power and 2 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Elliott Creek Campground?
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Elliott Creek Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Elliott Creek Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Elliott Creek Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Boat inspections are required to prevent the spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS).
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Elliott Creek Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Elliott Creek Campground?
Encompassing a landscape of rivers, mountains, trails and forest roads, the White River National Forest is one of the top recreation forests in the nation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Elliott Creek Campground?
Silverthorne, Colorado. Take some time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park to learn about the diverse landscape and history of the area through interpretive programs and exhibits.
Source: Getting there
What if Elliott Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Willows Campground (1.4 mi), Cow Creek North (2.1 mi), and Cow Creek South (2.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby