Prairie Point Campground (CO)

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White River National Forest

Campground · USDA Forest Service · White River National Forest Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Status: none Reservations: Reserve at Recreation.gov Overview Prairie Point Campground is located north of Silverthorne, near the upper end of Green Mountain Reservoir along its east side. The reservoir is located 15 miles north of Silverthorne along Hwy 9 and has views of the Williams Fork and Gore mountain ranges. Recreation In addition to boating, there are a variety of activities including camping, fishing, picnicking, jet skiing, water skiing, swimming and hiking. Facilities There are 2 loops with vault toilets. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring with most having parking spaces in front of the walk-in site. A few parking spaces are long enough to accommodate small trailers. Natural Features In the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the 2.3-million-acre White River National Forest is a place of serenity and adventure, boasting eight wilderness areas, four defined seasons and ten peaks surpassing 14,000 feet in elevation. The… Getting there: From I-70 take Exit 205, Silverthorne/Dillon, and travel north on HWY 9 for 17 miles. The campground will be on your left along Green Mountain Reservoir. Rules: Boat inspections are required to prevent the spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). Phone: 970-468-7681 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10125059 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: CLM Staff