River Hill
River Hill is a popular campground on the banks of the Rio Grande River. Situated in a meadow surrounded by willows, campers come here to fish for trout, hunt and take in the beautiful views of the forested hills and rock bluffs. River kayaking and fishing are also popular activities, and the Rio Grande Reservoir is just a couple miles away.
The campground features a campfire educational program on some weekend nights. Drinking water from wells is provided and garbage cans are are provided. Vault toilets are on-site.
Need to Know
PMC & Recreation.gov policy states we will keep your reserved site until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and we will give it to first come first serve folks. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.
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All single campsite reservation fees are good for 6 people and 1 vehicle. The maximum number of people per site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge after 6 people). The maximum number of vehicles per site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle). Any extra people/vehicle fees will be charged at the campground ($10/night per person/vehicle).
The camp host at this location cannot modify your reservation. Before your check-in date, you may cancel or modify your reservation online. After your check-out date, you have a 7 day period to request a refund online.
Please fill your trailer prior to arriving. Trailers are not allowed to fill at any hydrants as it might contaminate the entire water system.
This facility has first-come, first-served sites available but not guaranteed
- The 14 day stay limit is strictly enforced. Camping for a period longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive day period is prohibited. If you have booked back-to-back reservations, you will be asked to cancel all days after the first 14.
Click here for more information on Rio Grande National Forest.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
The Rio Grande National Forest continues to monitor the COVID-19 situation and evaluate potential impacts and adjustments to reservations and our reservation policies through Recreation.gov. Reservation holders will be notified via email and/or cell phone text messages if there are any changes affecting their reservation. In the event of delayed openings of some, part or all of the campgrounds and cabins to ensure safe social distancing, you will receive a full refund for your reservation. Please remember to review current recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and focus on recreating safely while protecting yourself, Forest Service employees and our volunteers.
Natural Features
The campground lies in a meadow under the shade of many trees at an elevation of 9,200 feet. The Rio Grande National Forest spans 1.86 million acres in south-central Colorado. The Continental Divide runs for 236 miles along most of the forest's western border, presenting a myriad of ecosystems from alpine desert to dense wilderness.
Across from the campground is the Weminuche Wilderness, the largest wilderness area in Colorado. It's a famously rugged region with three mountain peaks reaching over 14,000 feet.
Recreation
Go rock climbing or horse packing in the San Juan mountains, or fish in the river, Squaw Creek or nearby Rio Grande Reservoir. Two trailheads, Squaw Creek and Weminuche Creek, lead hikers into the Weminuche Wilderness and link to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.
Contact Information
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FS 520 CREEDE CO 81130
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 719-658-0829
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Alamosa, CO, go west on Highway 160 to South Fork. Take Highway 149 southwest through Creede and continue on Highway 149 for about 20 miles to milepost 41 (Forest Road 520) and Rio Grande Reservoir Road. Travel about 10 miles on this gravel road to the campground.
Available Campsites
- Site 011, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop RIVER HILL , Type Standard Nonelectric
