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Willows Campground

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Open for the 2026 season. Some sites operate first-come-first-served while others are reservable through Recreation.gov. Fire restrictions may be imposed seasonally. All motorized watercraft require Aquatic Nuisance Species inspection at Heeney Marina before launching.

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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 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO

4:10 PM — July 1st, 4:00 PM

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.

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.

About

Willows Campground occupies the northernmost point of Green Mountain Reservoir in Colorado's White River National Forest. The 21 standard sites accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs on a first-come-first-served basis early in the season, with reservations available through Recreation.gov during peak periods. The reservoir supports rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon fishing, along with motorized and non-motorized boating, jet skiing, water skiing, and swimming. The campground provides vault toilets and bear-proof trash receptacles but no potable water. All food, beverages, and scented items must be stored properly due to bear activity. Motorized watercraft must be inspected for Aquatic Nuisance Species at Heeney Marina before launching. Site access can be difficult when the road is wet. The surrounding White River National Forest encompasses 2.3 million acres with eight wilderness areas and ten peaks over 14,000 feet. Spring Creek to the north offers off-road vehicle trails through lodgepole pine and spruce/fir forests with mountain viewpoints.

Directions

From Silverthorne, take I-70 exit 205 and drive north 24.5 miles on Colorado Highway 9. At the northern point of Green Mountain Reservoir, turn left onto Heeney Road and continue 0.5 mile to the campground entrance on the left. From Kremmling, take Highway 40 to Colorado Highway 9 South, drive 13 miles, and turn right on Heeney Road.

Nearby Campgrounds

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Amenities

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

Vehicle

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

Contact

Email Help.WhiteRiver.Dillon@AmericanLL.com
Phone +1 (970) 468-7681

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Useful Links

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USFS Willows Campground

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