Recreation area

Cow Creek Trailhead

Medicine Bow-Routt NFs & Thunder Basin NG · Colorado — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Great access for elk hunters.  It is located in the Laramie Peak area in the southern portion of the North Laramie Rangeand is managed by the Douglas Ranger District.

Activities

  • HIKING
  • HUNTING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.