Overview of Prairie Point Campground

Prairie Point Campground

Open

The campground opens for the 2026 season on May 20. Reservations available through Recreation.gov; some dates operate first-come, first-served. No potable water on site.

Red Flag Warning issued June 30 at 3:08PM MDT until June 30 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Denver CO

3:08 PM — 9:00 PM

...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS EXPECTED FOR THE HIGH COUNTRY TODAY...POTENTIALLY CONTINUING THROUGH FRIDAY... A warm and dry airmass will coincide with gusty west and southwest winds today. Sustained winds are expected to be 15 to 25 mph across much of the high country with gusts up to 40 mph, strongest for exposed areas and higher elevations. These conditions will drive very high fire danger across the warned area. Any new starts or established fires will likely spread rapidly under these conditions. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 211, 213, 217 and 218. * TIMING...Until 9 PM MDT this evening. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 11 percent. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be favorable for rapid fire spread. Avoid outdoor burning and any activity that may produce a spark and start a wildfire.

Air Quality Alert issued June 30 at 9:10AM MDT by NWS Denver CO

9:10 AM — July 1st, 9:00 AM

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke. WHERE...Moffat, Routt, Jackson, Grand, Rio Blanco, Garfield, Eagle, Summit, Gilpin, Clear Creek, Mesa, Pitkin, Lake, Park, Delta, Gunnison, Chaffee, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel, Dolores, and northern parts of Montezuma and Saguache Counties. Locations include, but are not limited to Craig, Steamboat Springs, Walden, Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs, Kremmling, Meeker, Rangely, Glenwood Springs, Eagle, Vail, Breckenridge, Central City, Georgetown, Grand Junction, Aspen, Leadville, Fairplay, Delta, Gunnison, Buena Vista, Salida, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray, Telluride, Dove Creek, and Saguache. WHEN...900 AM Tuesday June 30 to 900 AM Wednesday July 01 IMPACTS...Areas downwind of large fires in southwestern Colorado and southeastern Utah could have periods of moderate to heavy smoke through at least Wednesday morning. HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease, respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present. Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.

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.

About

Prairie Point Campground occupies a scenic position near the upper end of Green Mountain Reservoir along its eastern shore, within the White River National Forest. Located 17 miles north of Silverthorne off Highway 9, the campground offers 22 standard nonelectric sites spread across two loops. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with most featuring walk-in access from nearby parking spaces. The reservoir setting provides excellent recreation opportunities including motorized and non-motorized boating, jet skiing, water skiing, swimming, and fishing. All motorboats must launch from Heeney Marina, and mandatory aquatic nuisance species boat inspections are required before launching. The surrounding landscape features views of the Williams Fork and Gore mountain ranges, characteristic of the 2.3-million-acre White River National Forest. Campers should plan to bring their own drinking water as no potable water is available on site. The campground sees moderate use and operates seasonally, typically from late May through early fall. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, though some sites may be first-come, first-served.

Directions

From I-70, take Exit 205 (Silverthorne/Dillon) and travel north on Highway 9 for 17 miles. The campground is on the left along Green Mountain Reservoir.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $21

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (970) 468-5400

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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Overview of Prairie Point Campground
Prairie Point Campground

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