Site Open
Recreation Region: South Fork Region
Rock Creek Picnic Site
The picnic area is located alongside the fast-moving Rock Creek in a stand of mature Aspen trees. The sound of the creek can be heard throughout the picnic area with some sites located next to the creek. Fishing in the North and South Forks of Rock Creek and hiking on area trails.
Large gravel parking lot for day-use vehicles (No overnight camping), 5 large picnic tables arranged in a circle, extra large fireplace ring, upright charcoal grill. Wood footbridge connects to the campground across the creek. Picnic area has its own restroom.
Current Conditions
Open - NO OVERNIGHT CAMPING ALLOWED
General Information
April 15th
Open for day-use from April 15th through December 15th. Physically closed by winter snows and muddy roads from December 15th through May 15th
No Potable Water. No horses in picnic sites. No overnight camping. Must have Colorado Fishing License to fish in Rock Creek.
Free
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 37.47016501
Longitude: -106.3314126
Elevation
9200
Directions
In Monte Vista, CO, take State 15 south 2.4 miles to Rock Creek Campground sign. Turn right go 2.5 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn left onto County Rd. 28 and go 10 miles to picnic area sign. Turn left into parking lot. NOTE: County Rd. 28 is dirt after 3.1 miles and single-lane in places.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
