Within Rio Grande National Forest, Cross Creek provides a seasonal camping option managed by the US Forest Service from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The forested campground accommodates RVs up to 25 feet and includes drinking water and restroom facilities.
Located near both a creek and lake, the site offers access to water-based activities during the summer months. Campers can explore additional campgrounds around Rio Grande National Forest throughout the surrounding forest system. The campground works well for RV travelers seeking a forest service option with basic amenities during peak season.
Description
12 sites located on both side of Cross Creek just above the Beaver Reservoir inlet. Fishing in nearby Beaver Reservoir and Beaver Creek. Hiking or ATV riding up Cross Creek Trail. Cross Creek Campground is in the Beaver Creek drainage southwest of the town of South Fork. Fishing sites include Beaver Creek and Beaver Reservoir (1/4 mile north). Cross Creek Trail 512 has the biggest Douglas fir tree in the Rio Grande National Forest. The facilities include 12 sites with tables and fireplaces (firewood is not provided), vault type toilet, trash cans, ample parking for cars, but turn around and parking space for trailers is limited. There is an RV waste station next to the Rainbow Grocery at intersection of US Rt. 160 and State Rt. 149 in South Fork, CO - no fee. Beaver Creek Reservoir is 300 acres - no wake boating.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCross Creek is located in Colorado near South Fork
Directions
In South Fork, CO, at intersection of Hwy 149 and US 160, take US 160 west 1.4 miles to Beaver Creek Rd. sign (Forest Rd. 20). Turn left onto Beaver Creek Rd. and go 6.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground. NOTE: Forest Rd. 20 becomes gravel after 4 miles.
Coordinates
37.58100062 N
106.65 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 33 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 56 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 4 hrs 12 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 5 hrs 1 min from Farmington, NM
