About Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site
Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site, also known as ‘Dove Creek Pumps’ is approximately 19 miles downriver from Bradfield is the Mountain Sheep Point Recreation Site, which can be accessed by driving about 6 miles east from Dove Creek along gravel and dirt county roads. This site is used primarily as a river access point during 'boatable releases' on the Lower Dolores River and can be extremely busy during those periods. The rest of the year this site serves as a small day use site located with an extremely scenic portion of the Dolores River Canyon. Sheer Redrock cliffs and frequent appearances by bighorn sheep make this a great place to have a picnic lunch and dip your toes in the river. The site consists of a boat ramp, vault toilet, two picnic tables, one fire ring, interpretive panel, and parking. For more information, please contact the Tres Rios Field Office.
How to Get There
When traveling US Highway 491, turn east on CR J, just south of Dove Creek. Then turn north on CR 9, east on H, then north again on CR 10. Veer left at the ‘Y’ and follow the county road down into the canyon.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site
Heading to Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site?
No central reservation system listed for Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/261732) for the latest entry policy and availability.
Is Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site accessible?
ADA Accessible vault restrooms
How do I get to Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site?
When traveling US Highway 491, turn east on CR J, just south of Dove Creek. Then turn north on CR 9, east on H, then north again on CR 10. Veer left at the ‘Y’ and follow the county road down into the canyon.
How do I contact Mountain Sheep Point Rec Site?
You can reach the park at phone: 970-882-7296.
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