River Hill
The campground is currently closed for seasonal road closure. Roads typically reopen around mid-May, with the campground operating from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Reservations available via Recreation.gov for 13 sites; 7 sites remain first-come, first-served.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
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
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About
River Hill Campground occupies a scenic meadow on the banks of the Rio Grande River in the Rio Grande National Forest, surrounded by willows and spruce trees at an elevation of 9,200 feet. Located 28 miles west of Creede, Colorado, the campground sits just below Rio Grande Reservoir and offers excellent access to trout fishing, river kayaking, and hiking in the San Juan Mountains. Two trailheads near the campground, Weminuche Creek Trail 818 and Grizzley Creek Trail 814, provide access to the Weminuche Wilderness, Colorado's largest wilderness area featuring three 14,000-foot peaks. These trails connect to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. The campground is also adjacent to Little Squaw Resort and near Forest Road 533, a popular 4WD route. The 20-site double-loop campground features well-screened sites with parking spurs, picnic tables, and fire rings. Facilities include two vault toilets with lights, potable water from hand pumps, and centralized trash collection during operating season. This is bear country, requiring proper food storage practices. The campground typically fills from mid-June through August, with campground hosts on site during the season.
Directions
From Creede, travel southwest on Colorado Highway 149 for 20.1 miles to the intersection with Forest Road 520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road) at milepost 41. Turn west on FR 520 and continue 9.5 miles on this gravel road to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $29 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 125ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 125ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| customerservice@pmcparks.com | |
| Phone | +1 (719) 658-0829 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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