Pike National Forest maintains Green Mountain, a small campground with just six sites accessed via rough dirt roads near Buffalo Creek. The Forest Service operates this walk-in facility seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day, charging $18 per night for sites that require carrying gear across a footbridge over Buffalo Creek.
Each compact site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grate, though campers must bring their own firewood since none is available on-site. The creek runs directly through the campground, requiring bridge crossings to reach certain sites. Several reviewers mention the challenge of the access road, with one noting that RVs and small cars "might have a bit of a hard time" navigating the rough terrain, though it remains passable.
The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis and fills quickly on weekends during peak season. Vault toilets serve the area, but no potable water is available on-site. Christina A. notes campers "had to cross creek to get to the site," adding to the walk-in nature of the experience. The location provides access to Wellington Lake recreation opportunities just down the road.
Green Mountain works best for tent campers comfortable with carrying gear and navigating rough access roads, particularly those seeking proximity to Buffalo Creek and Wellington Lake activities.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
Located southwest of Denver__at an elevation of 7,500 feet, Green Mountain Campground offers a wonderful opportunity for individuals or families to enjoy the great outdoors. South Fork Buffalo Creek runs through the campground and there are numerous nonmotorized, multi-use trails nearby. Green Mountain Campground__is far enough away from town, but still close enough that the drive to and from home is an enjoyable__getaway.Tent camping only.__All dates are weather dependent. Visitors may expect full-service Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. The area also has an extended season when services such as water, trash or a host may not be available during the fall/winter/spring. Host is located down the road at Buffalo Campground.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.
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Location
Public CampgroundGreen Mountain is located in Colorado
Coordinates
39.327016 N
105.355554 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 1 hr 25 min from Denver, CO
- 1 hr 34 min from Boulder, CO
- 1 hr 46 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 6 min from Pueblo, CO
