Recreation Region: Dillon Ranger District

Big Green Day Use Area

Big Green Day Use Area is located along Green Mountain Reservoir. The reservoir is located 15 miles north of Silverthorne along Hwy 9 and has views of the Williams Fork and Gore mountain ranges. In addition to boating, there are a variety of activities including camping, fishing, picnicking, jet skiing, water skiing, swimming and hiking. Fee stations are located at various locations around the reservoir.

General Information

Memorial Day

Dawn to Dusk

Boat inspections are required for Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS)

Free

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 39.882871

Longitude: -106.314247

Directions

From I-70 take Exit 205, Silverthorne/Dillon, and travel north on HWY 9 for about 20 miles. Near the north end of Green Mountain Reservoir turn left (west) onto Heeney Rd (Cty Rd 30) and the day use are will be on your left. Note: Make sure you pass the reservoir and turn onto the 2nd entrance to the Heeney Rd.