Rainbow Lakes Campground

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Estimated location

No source publishes exact coordinates for Rainbow Lakes Campground. Its map marker is estimated from the surrounding area and can be miles from the actual site — don't navigate to it. Its official page may have the detail needed to find it on the ground.

Overview

This campground is at the end of the Rainbow Lakes Road and adjacent to the Indian Peaks Wilderness. There are 18 first-come, first-served Scan & Pay campsites that accommodate tents (on 14x16 foot tent pads) and small trailers. Campsite 8 is oversized and accommodates up to 15 people. Campsites 15 - 18 are walk in sites for tents.

Facilities

Picnic tables, fire grates, vault toilets and trash services are provided. This campground does not feature drinking water, electricity, hook-ups, dump stations, or showers. All campsites with a tent pad have a bear locker.

Natural Features

Abundant hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Nearby Attractions

Brainard Lake Recreation Area is just a 30-minute drive from the campground.

Camp site features

Across 17 camp sites:

Fire pit: all 17 sites
Largest party: 8 people
Equipment: Tent, VEHICLE

Directions

From Nederland, head north on Colorado Highway 72 for approximately seven miles. Look for the University of Colorado Mountain Research Station sign and turn west onto National Forest System Road 298. This route is gated during the winter. This road is a five-mile, native-surfaced road. A high clearance vehicle is recommended.