About this campground
The South Canyon Recreation Site is a river access and boat launch area for the Colorado River below Glenwood Springs, CO. No camping is allowed at this site. Ample parking is provided, along with a restroom and a concrete boat ramp. Park in the upper parking area and not outside the restroom. This site is closed annually from November 15 - May 15. For more information, please contact the Colorado River Valley Field Office.
Getting there
Take the South Canyon exit 111 off of I-70 and turn south. At first bend in the road, turn west (right).
Activities
- BOATING
Nearby federal campgrounds
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