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McDonald Flats Campground

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The campground typically opens around May 20 and operates through October. Winter travel season ends May 20, 2026. An aquatic nuisance species inspection order is in effect through April 2031, requiring all motorboats to be inspected before launch at Green Mountain Reservoir.

White River National Forest

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.

White River National Forest

Weed Free Forage Products

The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.

White River National Forest

Cave Closure and Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.

About

McDonald Flats Campground is located in the White River National Forest along Heeney Road near the inlet of Green Mountain Reservoir. The reservoir sits at the northern end of Summit County along the Blue River near the town of Heeney, offering a scenic high-country setting for camping and water recreation. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Facilities include vault toilets, but potable water is not available on site, so campers must bring their own water supply. The area provides excellent access to Green Mountain Reservoir for boating, water skiing, swimming, and fishing. Primary sport fish include brown trout, rainbow trout, and kokanee salmon. All motorboats must have an aquatic nuisance species (ANS) inspection before launch to prevent the spread of zebra and quagga mussels. Motorboats may only launch from Heeney Marina. The campground has a 10 consecutive night stay limit.

Directions

From I-70 Exit 205 (Silverthorne), travel north on Highway 9 for 16 miles. Turn left on Heeney Road after mile marker 118. The campground is located near the inlet of Green Mountain Reservoir.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $23

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Email SM.FS.DRDMailroom@usda.gov
Phone +1 (970) 468-5400

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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