Cove Campground, CO - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Cove Campground is located in the South Park Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (1 hr 24 min west of Colorado Springs, CO) with an elevation of 8,533 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. Max equipment length is 30 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Activities include fishing, hiking trails, rock climbing.
Cove CampgroundCove Campground at 11 Mile Canyon View from Cove CampgroundView from Cove Campground / fishing on the South Platte River

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Campsite Reviews (33)

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@KenR7711474 · Camped on Jul 6, 2025 at Campsite #4
Very nice campground spot set back away from others. Good river access and hiking trails near by. Only downside is the bathroom.
@KevinM8804744 · Camped on Jun 15, 2025 at Campsite #2
The campground is kept in excellent condition. The site had been obviously cleaned and tidied up before my arrival. The restroom had no bad odors, was spotlessly clean, toilet paper was supplied (don't laugh, I bring my own after a bad experience). The campground host, named Blair, was kind, patient and very helpful. Would highly recommend staying any place that Blair manages.
@SaraR3502201 · Camped on Jun 11, 2025 at Campsite #4
We enjoy coming to this campground because it is small and not crowded. Hiking up the cliffs behind the sites is fun, listening to the song birds is wonderful, and of course we catch huge rainbows and browns all day long.
@victoriam97824 · Camped on Jun 4, 2025 at Campsite #2
Beautiful campground, the drive back to it is pretty long about a half hour so make sure to grab firewood before coming down. Site 2 was okay, not great if you have dogs with you because site 1 passes by a lot, the other sites are way better. Other than that a beautiful trip!
@scotts8955128 · Camped on May 19, 2025 at Campsite #2
This is our favorite place to camp. Just magical, and world class trout fishing!
@BenA2FA2E3E814 · Camped on Aug 26, 2024 at Campsite #1
Cove is a beautiful little campground close to the river for relaxing days and nights. Restrooms and campsites were clean and Deb was super nice and friendly. Keep in mind that the parking spots for sites 1 and 2 are right next to each other so prepare to be social if both parties are car camping. Otherwise, the actual fire pit and tent pad for site 2 is close to the vehicles while the fire pit and pad for site 1 is more secluded, closer to the river, and is a 1-2 minute walk downstream from the vehicles. Would love to return anytime.
@JoyB5282609 · Camped on Jun 15, 2024 at Campsite #2
Some other person said it was theirs. I was Alone, couldnt fight it, I went home
@RussellD486221 · Camped on May 27, 2024 at Campsite #1
It is a great, quiet location. There are fisherman up and down the river near camp. They can sometimes be loud. An excellent launching point for adventure.
@jessamyns9DD8C · Camped on Aug 6, 2023 at Campsite #4
There was trash and clear bathroom spots within our campsite. Otherwise it was secluded and beautiful.
@EdwinaHFB3CF87 · Camped on Jul 26, 2023 at Campsite #4
Beautiful peaceful spot with access to the river. Bathrooms were clean. Lots of rocks, caves, and hills for the boys to climb and play in.
@SeanUDA2DEB1A6 · Camped on Jul 12, 2023 at Campsite #4
Loved this campsite. We stayed for 4 nights and fished every second we could. Close enough to walk to the river. Quiet and clean. Restroom was well maintained for a vault. Will be staying again.
@DarrenB8585202 · Camped on May 24, 2022 at Campsite #4
Beautiful sites. Easy access to great fishing. Well maintained and clean. Already booked my next fishing trip!
@LynnR404 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #1
Nice location by the river and good privacy.
@LamarR7278614 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #4
The park staff were great! The sites were well maintained and it was a nice to have the area for our small group. The only challenge was the smell of the restroom. It was noticeable around the camp.
@AaronR333 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #3
Great location and the Amenities were on point. This campground is very well kept and the campground maintenance team/gate keepers were outstanding and top notch humans. 10/10 recommend.
@LamarR712 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #4
The park staff were great! The sites were well maintained and it was a nice to have the area for our small group. The only challenge was the smell of the restroom. It was noticeable around the camp.
@LynnR9660293 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #1
Nice location by the river and good privacy.
@AaronR8689793 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #3
Great location and the Amenities were on point. This campground is very well kept and the campground maintenance team/gate keepers were outstanding and top notch humans. 10/10 recommend.
@MarkM673 · Camped on Jul 25, 2021 at Campsite #4
The site sells itself however I feel that more could be done to level in the area of set up. Wash outs of the campground road continue to be a problem. The main canyon road was in excellent condition this years.
@MarkM2223984 · Camped on Jul 25, 2021 at Campsite #4
The site sells itself however I feel that more could be done to level in the area of set up. Wash outs of the campground road continue to be a problem. The main canyon road was in excellent condition this years.
@DavidE7840041 · Camped on Jun 29, 2021 at Campsite #1
Nice site by creek but longer walk-in than other sites. Long drive to campground but not crowded & walking distance to Overlook Trail & dam. Vault a bit dark in daylight but well stocked with TP.
@DavidE606 · Camped on Jun 29, 2021 at Campsite #1
Nice site by creek but longer walk-in than other sites. Long drive to campground but not crowded & walking distance to Overlook Trail & dam. Vault a bit dark in daylight but well stocked with TP.
@KevinM296 · Camped on May 23, 2021 at Campsite #3
Folks at the check in gate were friendly and helpful.
@KevinM8804744 · Camped on May 23, 2021 at Campsite #3
Folks at the check in gate were friendly and helpful.
@LarryL7664136 · Camped on Sep 18, 2020 at Campsite #4
Campsites were in great condition, bathrooms good, trash emptied. Campground host, Neil, was very attentive and helpful. So much fun with the families.

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