This Forest Service campground sits within Routt National Forest, operating under a no-pets policy that distinguishes it from many nearby options. Accessible via forest roads, Helena Campground provides a base for exploring the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests system in north-central Colorado. The facility lies roughly 14 miles from the small community of Cowdrey, with several other Forest Service campgrounds clustered in the immediate area, including Big Creek Lakes Campground just over three miles northwest. Campers planning extended stays in the region can explore campgrounds around Routt National Forest for additional options that accommodate pets or offer different amenities.
Description
Primitive trailhead with access to north end of motorized Grizzly-Helena Trail as well as Mount Zirkel Wilderness. This trailhead is managed by the Parks Ranger District and is located in the Mount Zirkel/Parks Area.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsHelena Campground is located in Colorado near Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland
Directions
Directions from Walden: Head north on Highway 125 for 9 miles to Cowdrey. Turn left at Cowdrey onto County Road 6W for 18 miles to Pearl. Take Forest Road 600 for 6 miles to the Big Creek Lakes Recreation Area. Turn left over the bridge on Forest Road 660 driving approximately 3 1/2 miles to the Helena Trailhead with the parking located on the right hand side.
Coordinates
40.89497079 N
106.58531082 W
Connectivity
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 12 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 2 hrs 33 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 2 hrs 58 min from Greeley, CO
- 3 hrs 21 min from Boulder, CO
