River Hill Campground

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River Hill Campground

River Hill Campground is located 28 miles west of Creede, Colorado at an elevation of 9,250 feet. The double loop campground is situated in a meadow surrounded by willows and spruce trees close to the banks of the river. Campers come here to fish for trout, camp by the river, and enjoy the beautiful views of the nearby forested hills and rock bluffs. Situated on the Rio Grande just below Rio Grande Reservoir, this campground offers kayaking & fishing in the river, hiking in the San Juan mountains, and general peace & quiet. This campground has many sites that are screened well with trees. It is located adjacent to the Little Squaw Resort. Fishing is possible on the Rio Grande River, Grizzly Creek, Weminuche Creek and Rio Grande Reservoir (2.3 miles to lower end). There is trail access to the Continental Divide and Weminuche Wilderness, via Weminuche Creek Trail 818 and Grizzly Creek Trail 814. Forest Road 533 is a nearby 4 WD road. Stage Station Flat is on Forest Road 533. In 1874 a Brewster Stage Line swing station was located here. This is a popular campground which remains full from mid-June through August. There are campground hosts stationed here. There are 20 sites which have a parking spur, table, and fireplace ring. Most sites will accommodate any sized trailer up to 30 feet and some sites can take a 40-foot unit. Two vault toilets, with lights, have been designed for handicapped, but not wheelchairs. Drinking water is provided with two well hand pumps and sink water disposal is possible. Garbage cans are centrally grouped. Firewood may be provided by Concessionaire vendor or gathered from nearby Forest land. There is limited parking for fishermen not camping in a site. This is black bear country, so you must practice safe food storage techniques. Scroll down to the Information Center to see individual campsite details. 14 DAY CAMPING LIMIT.

Before you go

Scenic drives that pass close

• Silver Thread Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway7 mi
• Alpine Loop14 mi
• San Juan Skyway24 mi