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Park Conditions

Boating
River-Wide Strainer in Canon City
A river-wide strainer has been reported downstream of Raynolds, a quarter-mile upstream of MacKenzie. All river traffic is advised to take out at Raynolds.

(Updated: 9/28/2020 1:42 PM)
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
See CPW 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 remains snow-packed and muddy. If you must enter this area, a 4x4 vehicle is recommended. Trailers are strongly discouraged at this time.
(Updated: 1/21/2021 4:08 PM)
Trails
Big Bend Track
Big Bend track is currently open but remains icy and snow-packed.
(Updated: 1/21/2021 4:08 PM)