Wilderness Cove Campground

Campground: Open year-round!
Wilderness Cove Campground is an ~11-acre campground nestled along the banks of the lower Green River, directly adjacent to the entrance to nearly 19,000 acres of protected wilderness in the Green River Game Lands. Wilderness Cove offers various camping and lodging accommodations with the goal of serving as the ultimate base camp for all types of outdoor adventure seekers. Our accommodation types include basic primitive tent camping sites, tent / pop-up / RV campsites with water and electric hookups, fully amenitised glamping sites, tiny homes, cottages and a fully stocked vacation home. Our location provides direct access to the Green River and Green River Gamelands, known for excellent fishing, hiking, biking and whitewater sports. We offer various types of tubing, fishing and water sport rentals on-site, we also partner with local purveyors that offer pretty much every type of outdoor recreational pursuit you could hope to find. Whether you’d like to take a ride on the steepest zip line in the United States, learn to whitewater kayak on world class rapids or relax at the numerous local breweries and vineyards, all are just a short walk or ride away.

Tubing info – See website for up to date information
Season: Weekend before Memorial Day – Weekend after Labor Day
While guests can enjoy staying overnight at Wilderness Cove year-round, tubing and kayaking on the Green River attract thousands of day guests during the summer months! It is hard to beat cool mountain water on a hot summer day. The Lower Green River allows for plenty of excitement with Class I and II rapids, relaxation in deep water swimming holes, and cooling off with refreshing mountain water! The Upper Green and Narrows take it to the next level with rapids ranging from Class III to Class V. Check our Facebook page or call ahead for daily updates on the tubing schedule during the summer as our schedule is based on the dam release for each day. You do not have to camp with us to tube or kayak – just show up for the day! Our prices includes your shuttles, tube / kayak, life jacket, use of facilities, and parking. All children must be 42” or taller. Call ahead with groups of 10 or more to inquire about group discounts!

We no longer offer round, open-bottom tubes. Though the river has been cleaned frequently, rocks and debris are throughout the river. We have adjusted and upgraded to “Mini Cats” – as seen in photos above. They are basically pontoon boats with thick padded bottom. Once we hand you a paddle, you’ll be able to expertly navigate obstacles and rapids.

We do have a few inflatable kayaks available as an upgrade or accommodation (for those needing to carry gear with them on the river).

Mini Cat info:

-Single rider only, no tying tubes together

-Paddle included – helmet & lifejacket optional (required for 16 & under)

-Water shoes are required with a strap or closed heel (glass still abundant on the riverbed)

-Ages 10 & up. Younger children have difficulty paddling on their own and navigating obstacles.

We’ve increased the age limit to ensure that every one of our tubers return safely.

For the younger folks, we have a calm wading area for playing in the river, Scavenger Hunt, Rock Painting is very popular at our campground, and snacks in the Camp Store.

Day Pass includes: Vault Bathhouse access, use of our private riverfront, parking pass, and Wi-Fi (strong enough to reach the two hiking trails beside us). We are located directly across from Green River Cove Trail and Green River Gamelands Trail. Please note: the Milton Bradley Trail to the waterfall is no longer accessible.

Amenities:

• Camping Shower Facilities
• Tubing, Kayaking and Fishing
• Food Truck
• Wi-Fi
• Private Grills & Picnic Tables
• Fire rings
• Yard games
• Direct access to Green River Game Lands and hiking trails
• Workstations
• Dog friendly
• Family friendly
• Group friendly (corporate, churches, schools, Boy scouts, Girl scouts, youth sports teams, and more – we’ve seen it all, just ask and we’ll have suggestions for you!)

Lodging & Facilities:

• Green River Guest House
• Deluxe Cottage
• River Cottages
• Standard Cottages
• Double Glamping Tent
• Large Glamping Tents
• Standard Glamping Tents
• Primitive Tent Campsites
• Water and Electric Campsites
• Group Primitive Campsites
• Shower and Bathroom Facilities
• On-site Food Truck
• Camp Store with firewood, ice, snacks and more!

NOTE: The First Peak of the Blue Ridge does not manage any lodging. Use the information in the purple box to contact this property directly for rates, availability and other information. Thanks!