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Cove Campground

Cove Campground at 11 Mile Canyon
View from Cove Campground
Cove Campground

Featured amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Restrooms
River Access

About Cove Campground

Cove Campground is a small, primitive campground ideal for anglers and rock climbers, nestled in the Eleven Mile Canyon along the South Platte River.

Number of accommodations: 4

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 11

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Pet friendly
Restrooms
River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

4 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (27)

What Guests Are Saying

Cove Campground is praised for its beautiful setting, excellent upkeep, and friendly hosts, making it a favorite spot for camping and fishing. The campground offers great river access, hiking opportunities, and a peaceful atmosphere, although some sites may be less suitable for pets due to proximity to others. While there are minor concerns about restroom facilities and parking arrangements, the overall experience is described as magical and relaxing.

Review Summary

4.2
27 reviews
5
59.3%
16
4
14.8%
4
3
14.8%
4
2
7.4%
2
1
3.7%
1

Kevin M

Verified

June 3, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND

5

Folks at the check in gate were friendly and helpful.

Larry L

Verified

September 26, 2020 Stayed at: 004, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND

5

Campsites were in great condition, bathrooms good, trash emptied. Campground host, Neil, was very attentive and helpful. So much fun with the families.

Chris T

Verified

September 3, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND

2

Unfortunately it was about the only day we've had rain this year and we ended up not spending the night, but that isn't the reason for the rating. Bathrooms were pretty gross. The 1 and 2 campsites are different. Both park right next to #2 site, #1 site is a 100' walk down from the parking spot.

Kim S

Verified

June 18, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND

4

We had some weather issues -- high winds, which are not uncommon here and elsewhere in Colorado, a June snow fall, rare but happens. The campground host came around to let us know there was snow in the forecast, there hadn't been when we checked in the day before and we appreciated the heads-up. Decided to stay and managed fine, was pretty and all melted quickly once the sun came out. This is such a beautiful place, we love camping here.

Abbie Sue F

Verified

June 13, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND

5

The eleven mile canyon is so peaceful and the cove campground is nestled along side the river which allowed for such a serene experience!

Kacie C

Verified

January 19, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND

5

Gorgeous campground and super quite for the last weekend of the camping season

Todd F

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: COVE CAMPGROUND

2

There was a fire in the dumpster when we arrived from someone putting their large partially burnt firewood into it. Who does that? We had the task of dealing with that first thing and extinguishing it . Also, many mice running around and got into one of the cars, chewing on a pair of expensive sunglasses and shredding some tissue and who knows what else. The outhouse smelled from about 50 yards away from urine and whatever chemicals were added to try and mask the smell. This site suffers from overuse.

Location Cove Campground

Address:
P.O. Box 74
Lake George, CO, 80827
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.9106 / -105.46

Elevation: 2605 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Alert for Reservation Holders: There is a one-time fee of $11.00 to enter Eleven Mile Canyon Recreation Area in which your campground is located. You will only have to pay this fee once for the duration of your stay. There is an Annual Pass available for purchase. The fee for the 2025 calendar year is $100.00.
  • Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. This campground has no overflow parking available for a third vehicle.
  • Dogs must be on a leash or tethered at all times. Pets must also not be left alone while you sightsee.
  • Be bear aware; keep all food out of site in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating
  • This is a high elevation facility, please use caution when traveling from lower elevations
  • No RV hookups are available
  • For more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests, click here
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Firewood is available to purchase on site, depending on any fire ban. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • ATV's and off road vehicles are prohibited in the campgrounds and Eleven Mile Canyon
  • The use, sale, and possession of all forms of cannabis in the United States is illegal under federal law on federal lands.
  • Shooting of any type is prohibited in the campground and Eleven Mile Canyon
  • Reservations are available up to 5 days prior to arrival date. Sites not reserved 5 days before become ‘walk-up’ and are available on a ‘first come - first serve’ bases.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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