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Best Campgrounds near Heeney, CO

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The White River National Forest surrounding Heeney, Colorado contains a mix of developed campgrounds and dispersed camping areas situated along Green Mountain Reservoir and the Blue River. Rock Creek Designated Dispersed Camping offers free primitive sites with vault toilets and fire rings for both tent and RV camping. Nearby, Cow Creek North and South Campgrounds provide established camping with picnic tables and fire pits close to the water. The region accommodates various camping styles from basic tent sites to spaces for small RVs, though most areas lack hookups or amenities like showers or drinking water.

Road conditions and seasonal availability significantly affect camping access throughout the area. Many campgrounds operate from late May through early September, with some closing after Labor Day due to weather conditions. Primitive dispersed sites at higher elevations may require high-clearance vehicles, especially after rain. The Heeney area experiences strong winds and variable mountain weather, with visitors noting the need for proper preparation. The region has limited cell service and amenities, with the nearest supplies available in Silverthorne or Kremmling. As one camper observed about Cow Creek Campground, "Fun place to camp. Pretty windy and was advised the wind can get up to 70mph. Otherwise we had a blast."

Waterfront access represents the primary draw for many campers visiting the Heeney area. Sites overlooking Green Mountain Reservoir provide direct lake access for fishing, kayaking, and swimming during summer months. Several visitors noted the spectacular views of the Gore Range mountains from lakeside campsites. A reviewer mentioned that Elliott Creek Campground features "gorgeous lake front sites with Gore Range view" and noted that "this is one of the 'warmer' lakes in the county so it is a favorite spot for many." Campgrounds closer to the highway may experience more traffic noise, while more remote sites offer greater privacy but fewer amenities. Wildlife sightings, including moose and eagles, add to the camping experience throughout the region.

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Best Camping Sites Near Heeney, Colorado (465)

    1. Rock Creek Designated Dispersed Camping

    25 Reviews
    Silverthorne, CO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "They take you off of Highway 9 and about 5 minutes you take a left and pass trail head (cant rmemeber the name) and parking lot and you continue on a pretty bumpy ride for about 10 minutes (you start hitting"

    "There is a good amount of traffic heading towards the trail head but it was still quiet. Even had a moose run through our camp!"

    2. Williams Fork Reservoir

    14 Reviews
    Twin Lakes, CO
    10 miles
    Website

    $27 / night

    "An easy drive in from highway 40 in any size rig. This place is great it is FREE plus there are a lot of sites to choose from. "

    "Has bathrooms and a road around the lake. Hiking near RMNP and Grand Lake aren’t too far!"

    3. Blue River Campground (Co) — White River National Forest

    16 Reviews
    Silverthorne, CO
    13 miles
    +1 (970) 468-7681

    $25 / night

    "This small campground is located right on the Blue River between Silverthorne and Green Mountain Reservoir on Highway 9.  It is about 6 miles from Silverthorne and beautiful Dillon Reservoir."

    "This site featured 2 pines right next to the water that would have been perfect for a hammock. There was a bear safe box to keep your food items and grill."

    4. Prospector Campground

    50 Reviews
    Dillon, CO
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-7681

    $27 / night

    "Located on Dillon Reservoir, Prospector Campground offers a nice balance of feeling remote while being conveniently near some really neat towns."

    "Great views of lake dillon and each spot is tucked into trees so you don’t see neighbors even if you can hear them. Short Hiking trail connected to the campground plus so many trail options close by"

    5. Gore Creek Campground

    22 Reviews
    Vail, CO
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-7681

    $29 / night

    "If you are looking for a great boondocking location that is close to great trails and breathtaking views, this just might be the place for you."

    "We stayed at the Gore Creek Campground last summer 2017 on a drive from Southern California to Denver, CO. We took highway 15 through Nevada and Utah, and connected to Highway 70 in Utah to Colorado."

    6. Ute Pass Dispersed Camping

    13 Reviews
    Heeney, CO
    12 miles

    "The more popular Colorado gets, the faster these spots fill up so get up there early to lock it down! Some spots are bigger than others but all can fit groups."

    "Camping spots are far away from each other."

    7. Cow Creek South Campground

    6 Reviews
    Heeney, CO
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-7681

    $21 - $42 / night

    "Located right next to the water with a very friendly host. It was all booked up when we drove through but we will definitely stay on our way back through. Clean facilities and virtually zero shade."

    "Big sites for campers, right next to lake, trees and wind blocks, great to good fishing. Almost always try to go here when we go.

    High Country Lake."

    8. Red Sandstone - Primitive Dispersed

    12 Reviews
    Vail, CO
    12 miles
    Website

    "Closed off road access unfortunately till June 20. Beautiful and the road can get a little wonky but you’re gonna have to hike it up for a bit!"

    "You can drive or walk down a mile which leads to a trail to Lost Lake, which you can swim in. It was definitely buggy, got my fair share of mosquito bites, so I recommend bug spray."

    9. McDonald Flats Campground

    6 Reviews
    Heeney, CO
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    $25 / night

    "We were close to an old boat ramp which ended up being a great spot to park the jet ski. There was no shade, so our pop up tent helped tremendously."

    "We were looking for a place to overnight in between stays and stumbled onto McDonald Flats after having no luck at a few other spots along Highway 6."

    10. Columbine Landing Recreation Site

    11 Reviews
    Silverthorne, CO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "You can still hear the highway but it makes up for the location and how you can get to a few spots in less than 30 mins. Liked the distance away from campers."

    "Not far off the main interstate and little to no noise from the smaller highway that passes nearby.

    Had cell service with AT&T, no service with Verizon at all within at least a mile."

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  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Nice view of Gold Lake

    Overlook of Gold Lake

    Beautiful camp site setup. Huge Rock fire pit. Piled firewood. At a high point with views of gold's Lake roads to site have been deactivated so it would be necessary to walk in. AT&t cell service a little bit spotty. Nice open areas up there. Roads in sight. Very secluded

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Pinion Pine Dispersed Campground

    Dispersed camping witha view of the Colorado river

    Camped here in order to do the hike to the Radium Hot Springs down the road.

    The access track (off Trough Rd) had one huge rut that a smaller car might find a bit hairy but we saw a small SUV had gotten in there.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Trough Road Dispersed

    Camping no longer allowed

    There is now a lot of signage prohibiting camping. Go to Pinion Pine Dispersed Camping up the road to the north east.

    Definitely come here for the hike to th hot prongs though. The road accommodated our big Revel van easily.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Gold Lake Roosevelt Forest dispersed camping

    Peaceful. Nobody around

    Adjacent to boundary fence line between the private Lake and the national Roosevelt Forest. Nice high spot. Well shaded. Very large fire pit for fires when they're allowed. Weak AT&T.

  • Will F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Shrine Pass Road Dispersed Camping

    Overnight stay

    I stayed at the first pull out up the road. It’s quite bumpy road but was quite at night and conveniently off of i70. It’s a busy road during the day though. I didn’t go past the first pull out so idk how many spots there are.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Dispersed Camping - Turquoise Lake

    Great for group camping

    Over Labor Day weekend, a group from where I work went for the long weekend! Pretty crowded but we stayed through Monday night into Tuesday and most people left Monday. There was a moderate fire warning but we didn’t have any issues! Right next to a running stream from turquoise lake and about a 10-15 minute drive from where we camped. We did have a little issue trying to find a place to dump our trash, but they have a dump site. Multiple recycling bins and one trash bin. But you need one of the yellow bags. Someone told me they were $8 a bag. We ended up carrying all our trash out and back to Denver with us.

    Got cold at night (low 40’s) but shorts and a tank top during the day!

  • Michael H.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Gold Park Campground

    Great Spot for Car Camping with Family

    This is a great campsite 30-40 minutes outside Minturn. 

    There is no cell service (which is great), and the sites were easy and spaced pretty well apart. Access to the creek made great fun for the kids.

    First Come, First Served, so we rolled in on Thursday in Midsummer and there were only a few spots left. 

    Camp hosts were awesome

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Camp Hale East Fork Group

    Timberleaf Teardrop Camper Jamboree

    Stayed for an annual gathering of Timberleaf trainer owners. Great site. Lots of things to see and trails to hike. Lots of nice sites. Three pit toilets well maintained. Kudos!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Camp Hale East Fork Group

    Nice Group Campsite

    This group site has space for about 15-20 small campers/tents. There are two pit toilets that are clean. There is no water or electric. There is a small beaver pond nearby that has some trout. The campground is located between Leadville and Minturn.

Guide to Heeney

Camping near Heeney, Colorado, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds in the area that cater to different needs.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the beautiful trails around the area. Many campers enjoy the scenic hikes nearby. One reviewer mentioned, "The fam stayed here for 3 nights and we had a nice experience... the scenery was beautiful" at Prospector Campground.
  • Fishing: The lakes and rivers around Heeney are great for fishing. A camper at Arapaho Bay Campground noted, "Stopped by to SUP after some nights in the Arapaho National Forest... I considered overnight camping but felt too busy even on a Tuesday."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy paddleboarding or kayaking on the nearby lakes. One visitor at Heaton Bay Campground shared, "Right on lake Dillon so paddle boarding and trails close by too."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the breathtaking views. A reviewer at Peak One Campground said, "Our favorite thing was the proximity to town. All the views and feeling of being far away without actually being far away."
  • Privacy: Many campgrounds offer a sense of seclusion. One camper at Boreas Pass Road Designated Dispersed Camping mentioned, "Most of the sites with great views are right off of the road and there’s a lot of traffic coming and going all day and even at night."
  • Well-Maintained Facilities: Clean facilities are a big plus. A visitor at Stillwater Campground noted, "The campground had flush toilets that were decently maintained."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Many campgrounds do not have water or electric hookups. A camper at Vasquez Ridge pointed out, "There are many large rocks surrounding the sites... Great for tents. Just very limited for large rigs."
  • First-Come, First-Serve: Some sites fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A visitor at Arapaho Bay Campground mentioned, "We’ve been to this spot before and loved it! They have a ton of first come first serve spots, but the whole campground was full by the time we got there at 8pm on Friday."
  • Cash Payments: Be prepared to pay in cash at some campgrounds. A reviewer at Prospector Campground noted, "If you have one of the US Park lifetime senior lifetime whatever’s then it’s only $13."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for sites with activities for kids. One camper at Peak One Campground said, "Our site was also a short walk down to Lake Dillon which was perfect for the kids and dogs to splash around in."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A visitor at Heaton Bay Campground mentioned, "Close to stores and restaurants in case you need anything."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring extra blankets and games for downtime. A reviewer at Arapaho Bay Campground shared, "I day-camped for $5... to SUP on lovely Lake Grandby."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Stillwater Campground said, "The majority of the sites had great views, a few sit lower if you like more privacy."
  • Solar Power: Utilize solar panels for power. A visitor at Heaton Bay Campground noted, "We got plenty of sun on our solar panels to keep our batteries at 100% for most of the day."
  • Be Mindful of Waste: Bring trash bags and be respectful of the environment. A reviewer at Vasquez Ridge mentioned, "Bring your own wood and plan for human waste properly."

Camping near Heeney, Colorado, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. With a mix of activities, beautiful scenery, and various campgrounds, there's something for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Columbine Campground near Heeney?

Columbine Campground near Heeney offers basic but functional amenities for campers. The campground provides toilet facilities, fire rings, and picnic tables at campsites. Though not as developed as some nearby alternatives like White River National Forest Heaton Bay Campground which features stunning lakeside sites with mountain views, Columbine maintains a more rustic feel. For campers seeking more amenities, Prospector Campground nearby offers reservable sites, water access, and toilet facilities. Columbine's location provides good access to outdoor recreation while maintaining a more primitive camping experience.

Where can I find camping near Heeney, Colorado?

Heeney offers several excellent camping options nearby. Cow Creek North Campground is situated close to Heeney with designated plots, tables, fire pits, and toilet facilities. The campground is known for being windy at times but provides a fun camping experience. Another option is Elliott Creek Campground (Co) — White River National Forest, located near one of the warmer lakes in the county, offering opportunities for kayaking, boating, hiking, and swimming. Additional nearby options include Cow Creek South Campground and McDonald Flats Campground.

Is camping available year-round in Heeney, Colorado?

Camping in the Heeney area is generally seasonal rather than year-round due to Colorado's mountain climate. Most campgrounds in the region, including Cold Springs Campground, typically operate from late spring through early fall (May to September/October), depending on weather conditions. Winter snow and freezing temperatures limit accessibility and camping options during the colder months. Winding River Resort operates seasonally as well, with prime fishing opportunities in early summer rather than late season. Always check current operating dates before planning a trip, as seasonal closures vary by specific campground and yearly weather patterns.

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