Lower Beaver Creek Campground
Currently open in off-season with limited services (no water, trash, or camp host). Full season operations with all amenities begin May 22, 2026. Five sites remain open year-round weather permitting. All sites are first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 11:29AM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Pueblo CO
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Colorado, including the following areas, the Eastern San Juan Mountains, and the Upper Rio Grande Valley. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall is expected to fall Sunday and Monday across the area, leading to elevated concerns for flooding in areas that have recently received excessive moisture, or have recently experienced flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
About
Lower Beaver Creek Campground is a well-maintained Forest Service campground tucked into the mountains of Rio Grande National Forest at 8,400 feet elevation. Located 4.5 miles south of US Highway 160 via Forest Road 360, the campground provides easy access to Beaver Creek Reservoir and the surrounding high-country recreation opportunities. The 18 sites include 15 dead-end spurs and 3 pull-through spurs, with a maximum spur length of 45 feet. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets centrally located and a refuse bin for trash disposal. Potable water is available via hand pumps during the summer season (Memorial Day through Labor Day). During off-season, water and trash services are not available, though 5 sites remain open year-round weather permitting. The area offers outstanding fishing opportunities at Beaver Creek and Beaver Creek Reservoir, which has a concrete boat ramp (trolling motors only, no wake). The reservoir holds brown, brook, and rainbow trout as well as Kokanee salmon. Tewksberry Trail #842 provides access for hiking, mountain biking, and ATV riding just west of the campground.
Directions
From South Fork, Colorado: Travel one mile south on US Highway 160 to Forest Road 360. Take FR 360 south for 4.5 miles to the Lower Beaver Creek Campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $54 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (719) 657-3321 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Lower Beaver Creek Campground |
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