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Green Mountain Reservoir
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The Green Mountain Reservoir is located on the Blue River at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Water surface for fishing is approximately 2,125 acres. The Green Mountain Reservoir itself offers a full range of water activities including power boating, sail boarding, canoeing and fishing. The Blue River also provides excellent fishing. Primary sport fish available are brown trout, rainbow trout, and salmon.

Facilities: There are several campgrounds surrounding Green Mountain Reservoir, with varying levels of facilities. In general, the campgrounds are not highly developed. There is a boat ramp at McDonald. There are numerous hiking trails in the area, mostly off the southwest side of the Green Mountain Reservoir, leading up toward the Gore Range.

Reservations: Reservations for Green Mountain Reservoir area accepted.

Best Time To Visit: Unknown

Fees: Depending on the choice of recreational activity, there may be a fee charged.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: Pets must be restrained or on a leash at all times while in developed recreation areas.

This campground is located within the White River National Forest; forest regulations apply.

Directions: To get to Green Mountain Reservoir from:

Vail: Drive east on US-6 to Silverthorne. From Silverthorne, travel Highway 9 north of Silverthorne for 14 miles. Turn left onto Forest Development Road 30 to go around the west side of Green Mountain Reservoir or continue on Highway 9 to travel around the east side of the Green Mountain Reservoir.
Breckenridge: Travel north on Highway 9. Travel 14 miles past Silverthorne, turn left onto Forest Development Road 30 to go around the west side of Green Mountain Reservoir or continue on Highway 9 to travel around the east side of the Green Mountain Reservoir.

Address
White River National Forest-Dillon Ranger District
680 River Parkway
P.O. Box 620
Silverthorne, Colorado 80498
Phone
General: (970) 468-5400
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