River Hill Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check in time is after 2:00 pm Check out time is before 12:00 pm
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 84.4 mi
- Coordinates
- 37.7300, -107.2318
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
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 and fishing in the river, hiking in the San Juan mountains, and general peace and quiet. This campground has many sites that are screened well with trees. It is located adjacent to the Little Sq___ Resort. Fishing is possible on the Rio Grande River, Grizzley 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 Grizzley Creek Trail 814. Forest Road 533 is a nearby 4WD 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. 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 Information Center to see individual campsite details. 14 DAY CAMPING LIMIT.
From the USFS.Official page
Is River Hill Campground free?
No. River Hill Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to River Hill Campground?
Directions from Creede: Travel southwest on Colorado Highway 149 for 20.1 miles, to the intersection of Colorado Highway 149 and Forest Road #520 (Rio Grande Reservoir Road), then 9.5 miles west on Road #520.
What are the rules at River Hill Campground?
Near the Rio Grande Reservoir Road Canyon Reservoirs. Boats allowed, no wakes are permitted, trolling motors are okay. A primitive boat ramp is also available. Located near the upper stretches of the Rio Grande River. Must have Colorado fishing license to fish lakes and streams. This campground is part of the NRRS. There are 18 units that can be reserved. These units are #1-18. Reserve these units by calling NRRS at 1-877-444-6777 or visiting the website at www.recreation.gov.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
