Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

About this place
Riverside picnic grills and campground fire rings; charcoal/wood prohibited under fire restrictions.
Good to know
FishingOK
DogsLeash Leashed Dogs, Service Animals, Horses
Seasonal bans possible in dry, high-wind spells. Check Colorado DFPC's current status ↗
Hours
- 12:00 AM–11:59 PMyear-round
Fees
- $4 per personindividual on foot, bicycle, horseback, etc.
- $10 per vehicleColorado license plate
- $15 per vehicleout-of-state license plate
What's here
Picnic tables
Camping
Hiking
Biking
Paddling
Nature center
Location
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
RegionColorado
Coordinates38.5300° N, 106.0000° W
Get directions ↗ Approximate location — open directions for the live mapCommon questions
Can you grill at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area?
Yes — propane grilling is allowed at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area; charcoal is not confirmed. None to grill; vehicle entrance pass required. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
None to grill; vehicle entrance pass required.
Is there a fee at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $4 per person · individual on foot, bicycle, horseback, etc.. See the official page for the full schedule.
Are dogs allowed?
Leashed Dogs, Service Animals, Horses.
What are the hours at Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area?
12:00 AM–11:59 PM · year-round.





