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Park Conditions

  • Camping

    Bears are active and are always looking for food. Although they have not been a nuisance at AHRA, it is always important to use your best "Bear Aware" precautions in securing your camp or picnic area to avoid unnecessary contact with wildlife. See the CPW Living with Black Bears page for more information.

    (Updated: 10/2/2020 2:46 PM)

  • Camping

    COVID-19 Update:

    CAMPGROUNDS OPEN

    All campgrounds within the AHRA are open.  If you wish to occupy a site at this park, you may reserve it 24/7 at www.cpwshop.com or by calling 1-800-244-5613.

    • Restrooms remain open and are regularly cleaned at this time.
    • Please bring your own hand sanitizer. There is no running water available.
    (Updated: 11/2/2020 4:15 PM)

  • Cell Phone Coverage

    Cell phone coverage can be spotty throughout the AHRA, especially in Bighorn Sheep Canyon.

    (Updated: 10/2/2020 2:36 PM)

  • Fire Restrictions

    There are currently no fire restrictions in place within the AHRA.

    (Updated: 10/30/2020 11:00 AM)

  • Fishing Report


     


    (Updated: 3/14/2019 11:14 AM)

  • Park Entrance

    ​COVID-19 Update:

    VISITOR CENTER OPEN
    The AHRA Visitor Center is currently open to the public.  Anyone entering the building will be asked to wear a mask and maintain a 6-ft distance from others.  If you are a high-risk individual and need assistance, please call us at (719) 539-7289 to make special arrangements.

    COVID-19 Information by County

    The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area spans four counties. Be sure to know which county or counties your visit will take place in. Review county-specific COVID-19 guidelines before your visit and respect them during your stay.

    Lake County • Crystal Lakes to Kobe

    Chaffee County • Granite to Salida East
    Includes: Stone Cabin, Railroad Bridge, Tunnel View, Elephant Rock, Ruby Mountain, Hecla Junction, and Salida East Campgrounds

    Fremont County • Wellsville to Blue Heron
    Includes: Rincon, Point Barr, Vallie Bridge, and Five Points Campgrounds 

    Pueblo County • Swallows 

    (Updated: 8/19/2020 1:14 PM)

  • Road Conditions

    ​Hecla Junction Road

    The road leading into Hecla Junction is slick and muddy following the recent snowstorm.  Four-wheel drive vehicles strongly encouraged.

    (Updated: 3/16/2021 9:56 AM)

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