Remember your  OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE
RESPONSIBLY.

* * *

### Overview

The Arkansas River is one of the most popular river-rafting spots in the
United States. The area also provides some of the best fishing in Colorado.
The spectacular scenery is highlighted by the steep, narrow, rocky canyons
that provide excellent opportunities to view Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep.
There are over 25 developed river-access areas. Popular activities include
rockhounding at Ruby Mountain, fishing for brown trout at Hecla Junction, and
wildlife-watching at the Five Points Watchable Wildlife Area in Bighorn Sheep
Canyon. The area is jointly managed by the BLM and Colorado Parks and
Wildlife. For more information, please contact the Royal Gorge Field Office.

<p>Remember your <a href="https://www.blm.gov/learn/outdoorethics" rel="nofollow"> OUTDOOR ETHICS</a> when enjoying your public lands. Please<a href="https://www.recreateresponsibly.org" rel="nofollow"> RECREATE RESPONSIBLY.</a></p>

<hr/>
<h3>Overview</h3>

<p>The Arkansas River is one of the most popular river-rafting spots in the United States. The area also provides some of the best fishing in Colorado. The spectacular scenery is highlighted by the steep, narrow, rocky canyons that provide excellent opportunities to view Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep. There are over 25 developed river-access areas. Popular activities include rockhounding at Ruby Mountain, fishing for brown trout at Hecla Junction, and wildlife-watching at the Five Points Watchable Wildlife Area in Bighorn Sheep Canyon. The area is jointly managed by the BLM and Colorado Parks and Wildlife. For more information, please contact the Royal Gorge Field Office.</p>

Bird's eye view of the park

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area

Browns Canyon National Monument , a 21,586 acres (8,736 ha) national monument
in Chaffee County, Colorado was designated as such by President Barack Obama
under the Antiquities Act on February 19, 2015. For centuries, the granite
cliffs, colorful rock outcroppings and stunning mountain vistas of Browns
Canyon National Monument have attracted visitors from around the world. The
areas unusual geology and roughly 3,000- foot range in elevation support a
diversity of life and a wealth of geological, ecological, riparian, cultural
and historic resources. The Arkansas River borders Browns Canyon NM and is one
of the nation’s most popular whitewater rafting destinations. The Browns
Canyon river segment provides a unique rafting experience allowing visitors to
enjoy solitude while taking in the scenery of the area. Anglers can test their
skills at catching brown and rainbow trout on this stretch of Gold Medal Trout
Waters. For more information, please contact the Royal Gorge Field Office.

Browns Canyon National Monument , a 21,586 acres (8,736 ha) national monument in Chaffee County, Colorado was designated as such by President Barack Obama under the Antiquities Act on February 19, 2015. For centuries, the granite cliffs, colorful rock outcroppings and stunning mountain vistas of Browns Canyon National Monument have attracted visitors from around the world. The areas unusual geology and roughly 3,000- foot range in elevation support a diversity of life and a wealth of geological, ecological, riparian, cultural and historic resources. The Arkansas River borders Browns Canyon NM and is one of the nation’s most popular whitewater rafting destinations. The Browns Canyon river segment provides a unique rafting experience allowing visitors to enjoy solitude while taking in the scenery of the area. Anglers can test their skills at catching brown and rainbow trout on this stretch of Gold Medal Trout Waters. For more information, please contact the Royal Gorge Field Office.

Browns Canyon National Monument

**Peaks to Prairies - Tracks to Trails**

Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National
Grasslands (forest locator map) cover nearly 3 million acres, between the
prairies of western Kansas and some of Colorado's highest mountain peaks along
the Continental Divide. These sprawling forests and grasslands are an eight
hour drive from boundary to boundary. This landscape offers a variety of
ecosystems rich in history, geology, scenery, wildlife habitat and recreation
opportunities.

The rolling prairies to the east are home to prairie chickens, wildflowers,
paleontological resources and historical areas. The snow-capped Rockies to the
west are a scenic backdrop to millions of residents and a draw to forest
visitors. The forests are home to nearly half of Colorado's fourteeners with
numerous alpine lakes, reservoirs and key rivers. Over 385,000 acres of
Wilderness, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, Colorado Trail, and
Santa Fe National Historic Trail are special areas worth exploring.

People who live near these areas maintain a strong relationship to the lands.
The commitment and volunteerism that these community members have for these
public lands is the foundation for our ability to maintain a quality,
sustainable recreation program in the face of intense, and growing, urban
demand.

****Critical Information about the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems****

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or “drones” are increasing in popularity and
can provide wonderful opportunities to explore the forest. Please be aware
that these drones are regulated and must follow certain laws to be safe and
legal.

  * Recreational Drone Tips (.pdf)
  * Forest Service Unmanned Aircraft Systems policy (fs.fed.us)

<p><strong>Peaks to Prairies - Tracks to Trails</strong></p>

<p>Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (<a href="http://www.fs.fed.us/locatormap/index.php?lat=37.59&long=-104.77&zoom=7" rel="nofollow">forest locator map</a>) cover nearly 3 million acres, between the prairies of western Kansas and some of Colorado's highest mountain peaks along the Continental Divide. These sprawling forests and grasslands are an eight hour drive from boundary to boundary. This landscape offers a variety of ecosystems rich in history, geology, scenery, wildlife habitat and recreation opportunities.</p>

<p>The rolling prairies to the east are home to prairie chickens, wildflowers, paleontological resources and historical areas. The snow-capped Rockies to the west are a scenic backdrop to millions of residents and a draw to forest visitors. The forests are home to nearly half of <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r2/recreation/?cid=stelprd3798321" rel="nofollow">Colorado's fourteeners</a> with numerous alpine lakes, reservoirs and key rivers. Over 385,000 acres of <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/psicc/recreation/recarea/?recid=37201" rel="nofollow">Wilderness</a>, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, Colorado Trail, and Santa Fe National Historic Trail are special areas worth exploring.</p>

<p>People who live near these areas maintain a strong relationship to the lands. The commitment and volunteerism that these community members have for these public lands is the foundation for our ability to maintain a quality, sustainable recreation program in the face of intense, and growing, urban demand.</p>

<p><strong><strong>Critical Information about the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems</strong></strong></p>

<p>Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or “drones” are increasing in popularity and can provide wonderful opportunities to explore the forest. Please be aware that these drones are regulated and must follow certain laws to be safe and legal.</p>

<ul>
	<li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3846515.pdf" rel="nofollow">Recreational Drone Tips</a> (.pdf)</li>
	<li><a href="http://www.fs.fed.us/science-technology/fire/unmanned-aircraft-systems" rel="nofollow">Forest Service Unmanned Aircraft Systems policy</a> (fs.fed.us)</li>
</ul>

## Overview

Alvarado Campground, located at an elevation of 9,000 ft., is a prime location
for accessing easy to challenging hikes in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness.
The variety of trails lead to high elevation lakes, picturesque waterfalls,
and a number of stunning scenic overlooks. Alvarado is designed for a range of
campers, with facilities for tent, RV and equestrian campers.  
  
Pike-San Isabel National Forests include over a million acres of wilderness
and over half of Colorado's mountain peaks that reach above 14,000 feet.

## Recreation

Near the campground are several trailheads that provide visitors with a
variety of recreational opportunities. All trails are open for horseback
riding and hiking. The Rainbow Trail is a premier ATV and motorcycle trail.
The non-motorized Comanche and Venable Trails lead into the Sangre de Cristo
Wilderness where waterfalls and alpine lakes may be enjoyed.

## Facilities

Near the campground are several trailheads that provide visitors with a
variety of recreational opportunities. All trails are open for horseback
riding and hiking. The Rainbow Trail is a premier ATV and motorcycle trail.
The non-motorized Comanche and Venable Trails lead into the Sangre de Cristo
Wilderness where waterfalls and alpine lakes may be enjoyed.

## Natural Features

Alvarado is perched on the side of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains among sweet
smelling ponderosa pine, aspen, lodgepole and gambel oak trees. Some sites
offer views of the Wet Mountain Valley below while others sit beside Alvarado
Creek. The campground is within reach of the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness,
which spans 226,455 acres with 60 alpine lakes, 400 miles of streams and over
400 miles of trails to explore. Large aspen stands visible in the area today
are a result of fires set in the early 1900's to clear pasture land, expose
minerals and produce charcoal.

## Nearby Attractions

Explore the Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway that takes drivers
through the Wet Mountains and provides spectacular views of 22 peaks, all
within the San Isabel National Forest.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Alvarado Campground, located at an elevation of 9,000 ft., is a prime location for accessing easy to challenging hikes in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. The variety of trails lead to high elevation lakes, picturesque waterfalls, and a number of stunning scenic overlooks. Alvarado is designed for a range of campers, with facilities for tent, RV and equestrian campers. 
<br/><br/>
Pike-San Isabel National Forests include over a million acres of wilderness and over half of Colorado's mountain peaks that reach above 14,000 feet. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Near the campground are several trailheads that provide visitors with a variety of recreational opportunities. All trails are open for horseback riding and hiking. The Rainbow Trail is a premier ATV and motorcycle trail. The non-motorized Comanche and Venable Trails lead into the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness where waterfalls and alpine lakes may be enjoyed.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Near the campground are several trailheads that provide visitors with a variety of recreational opportunities. All trails are open for horseback riding and hiking. The Rainbow Trail is a premier ATV and motorcycle trail. The non-motorized Comanche and Venable Trails lead into the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness where waterfalls and alpine lakes may be enjoyed.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Alvarado is perched on the side of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains among sweet smelling ponderosa pine, aspen, lodgepole and gambel oak trees. Some sites offer views of the Wet Mountain Valley below while others sit beside Alvarado Creek.
The campground is within reach of the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness, which spans 226,455 acres with 60 alpine lakes, 400 miles of streams and over 400 miles of trails to explore.  
Large aspen stands visible in the area today are a result of fires set in the early 1900's to clear pasture land, expose minerals and produce charcoal. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Explore the Frontier Pathways Scenic and Historic Byway that takes drivers through the Wet Mountains and provides spectacular views of 22 peaks, all within the San Isabel National Forest. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>
<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

ALVARADO CAMPGROUND

Alvarado Campground

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Bird's eye view of the campground

Angel of Shavano

## Overview

Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area's best kept
camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River
and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, and
fishing. **Reservations are REQUIRED at this facility. Reservations can be
made up to 1 year in advance.**

## Recreation

The Colorado Trail begins within the campground and provides excellent hiking,
horseback riding and biking opportunities. The trail stretches 487 miles
across Colorado from Denver to Durango, with segments ranging in elevation
from 5,500 to 13,300 feet. The North Fork South Arkansas River flows next to
the campground and it offers rainbow and brook trout fishing. Fun facilities
like a volleyball court, baseball field and horseshoe pits are available
within the campground. Visitors must bring their own equipment.

## Facilities

The Colorado Trail begins within the campground and provides excellent hiking,
horseback riding and biking opportunities. The trail stretches 487 miles
across Colorado from Denver to Durango, with segments ranging in elevation
from 5,500 to 13,300 feet. The North Fork South Arkansas River flows next to
the campground and it offers rainbow and brook trout fishing. Fun facilities
like a volleyball court, baseball field and horseshoe pits are available
within the campground. Visitors must bring their own equipment.

## Natural Features

The campground is named after an image of an angel that appears as winter snow
fall on Shavano Mountain. The site lies at an elevation of 9,200 feet along
the North Fork South Arkansas River. A forest of aspen and pine covers the
area. Beaver ponds dot the landscape at the base of nearby Shavano Mountain.

## Nearby Attractions

From the Angel of Shavano Group Campground the road continues west for 6 miles
to the North Fork reservoir and campground. The road is extremely rocky and
rough and high clearance vehicles are recommend. The reservoir is regularly
stocked with rainbow trout and it offers anglers a chance to fish one of the
area's most popular high elevation lakes. It is situated at 11,000 feet so
anglers should be prepared for all types of weather. The Monarch Crest Scenic
Tramway is located on the top of Monarch Pass at 11,312 feet (3.45 km), which
is on the Continental Divide at the southern end of the Sawatch Mountain
Range. The Monarch Crest is along the border between Gunnison and Chaffee
counties, approximately 25 miles (40 km) west of the town of Salida.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Charges & Cancellations

Group Sites

Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group
overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will
pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area's best kept camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing. <strong>Reservations are REQUIRED at this facility. Reservations can be made up to 1 year in advance.</strong></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Colorado Trail begins within the campground and provides excellent hiking, horseback riding and biking opportunities. The trail stretches 487 miles across Colorado from Denver to Durango, with segments ranging in elevation from 5,500 to 13,300 feet.
  
The North Fork South Arkansas River flows next to the campground and it offers rainbow and brook trout fishing. 
  
Fun facilities like a volleyball court, baseball field and horseshoe pits  are available within the campground. Visitors must bring their own equipment.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Colorado Trail begins within the campground and provides excellent hiking, horseback riding and biking opportunities. The trail stretches 487 miles across Colorado from Denver to Durango, with segments ranging in elevation from 5,500 to 13,300 feet.
  
The North Fork South Arkansas River flows next to the campground and it offers rainbow and brook trout fishing. 
  
Fun facilities like a volleyball court, baseball field and horseshoe pits  are available within the campground. Visitors must bring their own equipment.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is named after an image of an angel that appears as winter snow fall on Shavano Mountain. The site lies at an elevation of 9,200 feet along the North Fork South Arkansas River. A forest of aspen and pine covers the area. Beaver ponds dot the landscape at the base of nearby Shavano Mountain.
  

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
From the Angel of Shavano Group Campground the road continues west for 6 miles to the North Fork reservoir and campground. The road is extremely rocky and rough and high clearance vehicles are recommend. The reservoir is regularly stocked with rainbow trout and it offers anglers a chance to fish one of the area's most popular high elevation lakes. It is situated at 11,000 feet so anglers should be prepared for all types of weather. 


The Monarch Crest Scenic Tramway is located on the top of Monarch Pass at 11,312 feet (3.45 km), which is on the Continental Divide at the southern end of the Sawatch Mountain Range. The Monarch Crest is along the border between Gunnison and Chaffee counties,  approximately 25 miles (40 km) west of the town of Salida.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Group Sites</p>
<p>Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): A visitor who cancels a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Group of cooking grills with trees and mountain in background

Wooden pavilion with picnic tables

Picnic area with pavilion, wooden picnic tables with mountains and trees in the background

Angel Of Shavano Group

## Overview

Aspen Campground is an excellent place for campers looking to relax, hike,
fish and enjoy the sounds of nature. The campground sits near Jefferson Creek,
a few miles downriver of Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest
elevation lakes around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by steep
12,000 foot peaks Fishing in both the creek and lake offer promising catches
of trout. Another noteworthy aspect of the campground is its access to the
Colorado Trail.

## Recreation

The campground offers nearby access to two trails. Hiking, biking and
horseback riding are excellent on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail
that stretches across Colorado from Denver to Durango. Also nearby is the West
Jefferson Loop Trail, a foot path that goes up to the Continental Divide and
loop for 11 miles.  
  
Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek
and lake. No-wake boating is allowed in the lake and a boat ramp is easily
accessible.

## Facilities

The campground offers nearby access to two trails. Hiking, biking and
horseback riding are excellent on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail
that stretches across Colorado from Denver to Durango. Also nearby is the West
Jefferson Loop Trail, a foot path that goes up to the Continental Divide and
loop for 11 miles.  
  
Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek
and lake. No-wake boating is allowed in the lake and a boat ramp is easily
accessible.

## Natural Features

Aspen Campground, at 9,900 elevation, sits in a valley along Jefferson Creek
at the base of Jefferson Hill. The single-loop campground is shaded by groves
of aspen and mature spruce. Jefferson Lake, spanning about 182 acres, has
deep, cold waters and freezes over in winter.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit historic Fairplay, Colorado, a ghost town that was once a frontier boom
town. The South Park City Museum contains 34 authentic buildings with 60,000
artifacts.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Aspen Campground is an excellent place for campers looking to relax, hike, fish and enjoy the sounds of nature. The campground sits near Jefferson Creek, a few miles downriver of Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest elevation lakes around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by steep 12,000 foot peaks
  
Fishing in both the creek and lake offer promising catches of trout. Another noteworthy aspect of the campground is its access to the Colorado Trail.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The campground offers nearby access to two trails. Hiking, biking and horseback riding are excellent on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail that stretches across Colorado from Denver to Durango. Also nearby is the West Jefferson Loop Trail, a foot path that goes up to the Continental Divide and loop for 11 miles. 
<br/><br/>
Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek and lake. No-wake boating is allowed in the lake and a boat ramp is easily accessible. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers nearby access to two trails. Hiking, biking and horseback riding are excellent on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail that stretches across Colorado from Denver to Durango. Also nearby is the West Jefferson Loop Trail, a foot path that goes up to the Continental Divide and loop for 11 miles. 
<br/><br/>
Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek and lake. No-wake boating is allowed in the lake and a boat ramp is easily accessible. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Aspen Campground, at 9,900 elevation, sits in a valley along Jefferson Creek at the base of Jefferson Hill. The single-loop campground is shaded by groves of aspen and mature spruce. Jefferson Lake, spanning about 182 acres, has deep, cold waters and freezes over in winter. 
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit historic Fairplay, Colorado, a ghost town that was once a frontier boom town. The South Park City Museum contains 34 authentic buildings with 60,000 artifacts.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Aspen Campground

Aspen (Co)

## Overview

Baby Doe Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in the
shade of a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest. This family-friendly
campground is a popular summer destination for boating, hiking and fishing.  
  
  
  
The campground was named for Elizabeth McCourt, whose nickname was Baby Doe.
She made a name for herself in the Colorado mining community in the 19th
century when she took on the rugged work of a miner.

## Recreation

The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail meanders along the shoreline is a
gentle loop trail through the forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise
Lake. This trail connects to the 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels
the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are
available at the trailhead located about a mile south, at the entrance to
Molly Brown Campground.  
  
On the lake, boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities.
Anglers fish for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. A boat ramp
is located about a mile south of the campground.

## Facilities

The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail meanders along the shoreline is a
gentle loop trail through the forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise
Lake. This trail connects to the 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels
the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are
available at the trailhead located about a mile south, at the entrance to
Molly Brown Campground.  
  
On the lake, boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities.
Anglers fish for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. A boat ramp
is located about a mile south of the campground.

## Natural Features

Campsites are perched along the scenic lakeshore. The Mount Massive Wilderness
Area, a 30,540 acre stretch of primitive land boasting Colorado's second
highest peak at 14,421 feet, is nearby. Much of the wilderness is above
timberline with many alpine plant communities and permanent snowfields.

## Nearby Attractions

Venture to Independence Pass for a scenic drive with breathtaking views of the
Rockies and surrounding alpine tundra habitat. At 12,095 feet, it is one of
the highest paved mountain passes in the country and marks where the Top of
the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway crosses the Continental Divide.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Baby Doe Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in the shade of a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest. This family-friendly campground is a popular summer destination for boating, hiking and fishing.<br><br><br><br>The campground was named for Elizabeth McCourt, whose nickname was Baby Doe. She made a name for herself in the Colorado mining community in the 19th century when she took on the rugged work of a miner.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail meanders along the shoreline is a gentle loop trail through the forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise Lake. This trail connects to the 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are available at the trailhead located about a mile south, at the entrance to Molly Brown Campground.
<br/><br/>
On the lake, boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities. Anglers fish for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. A boat ramp is located about a mile south of the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail meanders along the shoreline is a gentle loop trail through the forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise Lake. This trail connects to the 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are available at the trailhead located about a mile south, at the entrance to Molly Brown Campground.
<br/><br/>
On the lake, boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities. Anglers fish for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. A boat ramp is located about a mile south of the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites are perched along the scenic lakeshore. The Mount Massive Wilderness Area, a 30,540 acre stretch of primitive land boasting Colorado's second highest peak at 14,421 feet, is nearby. Much of the wilderness is above timberline with many alpine plant communities and permanent snowfields.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Venture to Independence Pass for a scenic drive with breathtaking views of the Rockies and surrounding alpine tundra habitat. At 12,095 feet, it is one of the highest paved mountain passes in the country and marks where the Top of the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway crosses the Continental Divide.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>
<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Baby Doe Campground

Baby Doe Campground, Entry sign

Baby Doe Campground, dumpster

BABY DOE

BABY DOE, Site table and fire ring

Baby Doe Campground, Vault toilet

Baby Doe Campground, water pump

Baby Doe site picnic table

Baby Doe

## Overview

Bassam Guard Station was built in 1911 as one of a network of remote stations
to be used by the first forest rangers and guards to monitor grazing sheep and
cattle, manage timber harvesting, apprehended poachers, and report fire, road
and weather conditions on National Forest lands. This cabin provides visitors
with access to many recreation opportunities in the remote back country.

## Recreation

Visitors may wish to take a day trip to the Arkansas River for kayaking,
whitewater rafting or fishing. There are many recreational activities on the
Salida Ranger District including hiking, biking, horseback riding, and OHV
riding on designated forest roads and trails.  
  
Or take a trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo. An old saloon, county
courthouse and many other historic structures remain from the days of its
mining glory.  
  
The City of Salida and Town of Buena Vista offer visitor’s unique restaurants,
shops, and art galleries to enjoy.

## Facilities

Visitors may wish to take a day trip to the Arkansas River for kayaking,
whitewater rafting or fishing. There are many recreational activities on the
Salida Ranger District including hiking, biking, horseback riding, and OHV
riding on designated forest roads and trails.  
  
Or take a trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo. An old saloon, county
courthouse and many other historic structures remain from the days of its
mining glory.  
  
The City of Salida and Town of Buena Vista offer visitor’s unique restaurants,
shops, and art galleries to enjoy.

## Natural Features

The cabin sits in a stand of Aspens at an approximate elevation of 9,700 feet,
south of Bassam Ridge. The cabin is within the Salida Ranger District,
spanning 440,000 acres of public lands in central Colorado. The Arkansas River
valley is known locally as the "Banana Belt of Colorado" because of the
generally mild temperatures and sunny days. Springtime can be deceptive with
sporadic spring snowstorms occurring from March to May. During the summer
months, days are warm with cool nights. Afternoon thundershowers are common
during July and August. The fall months are are generally dry and sunny with
cooler morning temperatures.

## Nearby Attractions

The cabin is located near the eastern boundary of Browns Canyon National
Monument. Explore the monument from the Bassam Park area on foot or mountain
bike (trail 1435). Or, for those with high clearance vehicles, take a scenic
drive along Aspen Ridge Road (road 185). Note that much of the monument's
western side is being managed as a wilderness study area, so motorized
vehicles and bicycles are not allowed.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Bassam Guard Station was built in 1911 as one of a network of remote stations to be used by the first forest rangers and guards to monitor grazing sheep and cattle, manage timber harvesting, apprehended poachers, and report fire, road and weather conditions on National Forest lands. This cabin provides visitors with access to many recreation opportunities in the remote back country.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Visitors may wish to take a day trip to the Arkansas River for kayaking, whitewater rafting or fishing. There are many recreational activities on the Salida Ranger District including hiking, biking, horseback riding, and OHV riding on designated forest roads and trails. <br><br>Or take a trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo. An old saloon, county courthouse and many other historic structures remain from the days of its mining glory.<br><br> The City of Salida and Town of Buena Vista offer visitor’s unique restaurants,  shops, and art galleries to enjoy.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Visitors may wish to take a day trip to the Arkansas River for kayaking, whitewater rafting or fishing. There are many recreational activities on the Salida Ranger District including hiking, biking, horseback riding, and OHV riding on designated forest roads and trails. <br><br>Or take a trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo. An old saloon, county courthouse and many other historic structures remain from the days of its mining glory.<br><br> The City of Salida and Town of Buena Vista offer visitor’s unique restaurants,  shops, and art galleries to enjoy.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The cabin sits in a stand of Aspens at an approximate elevation of 9,700 feet, south of Bassam Ridge. The cabin is within the Salida Ranger District, spanning 440,000 acres of public lands in central Colorado. The Arkansas River valley is known locally as the "Banana Belt of Colorado" because of the generally mild temperatures and sunny days. Springtime can be deceptive with sporadic spring snowstorms occurring from March to May. During the summer months, days are warm with cool nights. Afternoon thundershowers are common during July and August. The fall months are are generally dry and sunny with cooler morning temperatures.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The cabin is located near the eastern boundary of Browns Canyon National Monument. Explore the monument from the Bassam Park area on foot or mountain bike (trail 1435). Or, for those with high clearance vehicles, take a scenic drive along Aspen Ridge Road (road 185). Note that much of the monument's western side is being managed as a wilderness study area, so motorized vehicles and bicycles are not allowed.

cabin exterior

Bassam Cabin

wood stove in cabin

entrance gate

Furniture in cabin

Bassam Guard Station

Bassam Guard Station hand pump

Wooden sign

Sign with information about Bassam cabin

Dirt road through aspen trees

Cabin with grass, flowers and trees

## Overview

Bear Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at
an elevation of 10,480 ft. Views of the nearby Culebra Range Mountains with
aspen and spruce forests offer campers a genuine Colorado experience.

## Recreation

Indian Trail #1300 begins at the north end of the campground providing direct
access to a 23 mile multi-user trail system available for all-terrain vehicle,
motorcycle, bicycle, foot and horse. A quieter well marked trail system
between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and horse traffic.

## Facilities

Indian Trail #1300 begins at the north end of the campground providing direct
access to a 23 mile multi-user trail system available for all-terrain vehicle,
motorcycle, bicycle, foot and horse. A quieter well marked trail system
between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and horse traffic.

## Natural Features

A tributary of the Cuchara River runs through the campground. Bear Lake is 1/8
mile from the campground, and Blue Lake is one mile away. Both of these small
lakes are stocked several times during the summer providing for good fishing.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby mountain town of Cuchara offers shopping and visitor information.
The town of La Veta offers a grocery store, gas stations, and shops. The
Spanish Peaks Wilderness, 15 miles from the campground, is a popular hiking
destination.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Bear Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 10,480 ft.  Views of the nearby Culebra Range Mountains with aspen and spruce forests offer campers a genuine Colorado experience.    <h2>Recreation</h2>
Indian Trail #1300 begins at the north end of the campground providing direct access to a 23 mile multi-user trail system available for all-terrain vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, foot and horse.  A quieter well marked trail system between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and horse traffic.  <h2>Facilities</h2>
Indian Trail #1300 begins at the north end of the campground providing direct access to a 23 mile multi-user trail system available for all-terrain vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, foot and horse.  A quieter well marked trail system between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and horse traffic.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
A tributary of the Cuchara River runs through the campground. Bear Lake is 1/8 mile from the campground, and Blue Lake is one mile away.  Both of these small lakes are stocked several times during the summer providing for good fishing. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearby mountain town of Cuchara offers shopping and visitor information. The town of La Veta offers a grocery store, gas stations, and shops.  The Spanish Peaks Wilderness, 15 miles from the campground, is a popular hiking destination.     <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND (CO)

Bear Lake Campground (Co)

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Belle of Colorado

## Overview

Blue Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at
an elevation of 10,500 ft. Views of the nearby Culebra Range Mountains with
aspen and spruce forests offer campers a genuine Colorado experience.

## Recreation

A well-marked trail system between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and
horse traffic. Across the road from the campground FSR 436, a rough jeep road,
provides access to Trinchera Peak where Big Horn Sheep are often seen.

## Facilities

A well-marked trail system between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and
horse traffic. Across the road from the campground FSR 436, a rough jeep road,
provides access to Trinchera Peak where Big Horn Sheep are often seen.

## Natural Features

A tributary of the Cuchara River runs through the campground. Blue Lake is 1/2
mile from the campground, and Bear Lake is one mile away. Both of these small
lakes are stocked several times during the summer providing for good fishing.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearby mountain town of Cuchara offers shopping and visitor information.
The town of La Veta offers a grocery store, gas stations, and shops. The
Spanish Peaks Wilderness, 14 miles from the campground, is a popular hiking
destination.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Blue Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 10,500 ft.  Views of the nearby Culebra Range Mountains with aspen and spruce forests offer campers a genuine Colorado experience.    <h2>Recreation</h2>
A well-marked trail system between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and horse traffic.  Across the road from the campground FSR 436, a rough jeep road, provides access to Trinchera Peak where Big Horn Sheep are often seen. <h2>Facilities</h2>
A well-marked trail system between Bear Lake and Blue Lake is open to foot and horse traffic.  Across the road from the campground FSR 436, a rough jeep road, provides access to Trinchera Peak where Big Horn Sheep are often seen. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
A tributary of the Cuchara River runs through the campground. Blue Lake is 1/2 mile from the campground, and Bear Lake is one mile away.  Both of these small lakes are stocked several times during the summer providing for good fishing. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearby mountain town of Cuchara offers shopping and visitor information. The town of La Veta offers a grocery store, gas stations, and shops.  The Spanish Peaks Wilderness, 14 miles from the campground, is a popular hiking destination.     <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

BLUE LAKE CAMPGROUND

Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel NF (CO)

## Overview

Blue Mountain Campground sits between Eleven Mile Canyon with the South Platte
River to the north and the peak of Blue Mountain to the south, creating an
impressive location for recreation and diverse scenery. The campground is
primitive and quiet, creating a peaceful outdoor experience for guests.  
  
Hiking, biking, rock climbing in the canyon and trout fishing in the river are
popular pastimes.

## Recreation

Hard Rock Interpretive Trail, accessible from the campground, is a 1-mile
self-guided interpretive trail that leads to an impressive overlook of Eleven
Mile Canyon. The trail explores the diverse life of the region and offers a
chance to see plenty of wildlife and take photos of the sweeping views.
Rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout can be caught from the South Platte River.
Benches and Picnic Areas along the river allow anglers to relax in comfort
waiting for a fish to bite.

## Facilities

Hard Rock Interpretive Trail, accessible from the campground, is a 1-mile
self-guided interpretive trail that leads to an impressive overlook of Eleven
Mile Canyon. The trail explores the diverse life of the region and offers a
chance to see plenty of wildlife and take photos of the sweeping views.
Rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout can be caught from the South Platte River.
Benches and Picnic Areas along the river allow anglers to relax in comfort
waiting for a fish to bite.

## Natural Features

The campground, at 8,200 feet, sits on a hill a half-mile from the South
Platte River. Campsites are nicely spaced on a single loop among scattered
ponderosa pine. 3,405-acre Eleven Mile Reservoir feeds into the South Platte
River that carves through the Eleven Mile Canyon.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, one of the richest and
most diverse fossil deposits in the world. Petrified redwood stumps up to 14
feet wide and thousands of detailed fossils of insects and plants reveal the
story of a very different, prehistoric Colorado.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Blue Mountain Campground sits between Eleven Mile Canyon with the South Platte River to the north and the peak of Blue Mountain to the south, creating an impressive location for recreation and diverse scenery. The campground is primitive and quiet, creating a peaceful outdoor experience for guests. <br>  <br>Hiking, biking, rock climbing in the canyon and trout fishing in the river are popular pastimes.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hard Rock Interpretive Trail, accessible from the campground, is a 1-mile self-guided interpretive trail that leads to an impressive overlook of Eleven Mile Canyon. The trail explores the diverse life of the region and offers a chance to see plenty of wildlife and take photos of the sweeping views. 
  
Rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout can be caught from the South Platte River. Benches and Picnic Areas along the river allow anglers to relax in comfort waiting for a fish to bite.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Hard Rock Interpretive Trail, accessible from the campground, is a 1-mile self-guided interpretive trail that leads to an impressive overlook of Eleven Mile Canyon. The trail explores the diverse life of the region and offers a chance to see plenty of wildlife and take photos of the sweeping views. 
  
Rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout can be caught from the South Platte River. Benches and Picnic Areas along the river allow anglers to relax in comfort waiting for a fish to bite.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground, at 8,200 feet, sits on a hill a half-mile from the South Platte River. Campsites are nicely spaced on a single loop among scattered ponderosa pine. 
  
3,405-acre Eleven Mile Reservoir feeds into the South Platte River that carves through the Eleven Mile Canyon. 
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. Petrified redwood stumps up to 14 feet wide and thousands of detailed fossils of insects and plants reveal the story of a very different, prehistoric Colorado. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Blue Mountain

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Bootleg

## Overview

Buffalo Campground is one of two facilities within the Buffalo Creek
Recreation Area, about an hour's drive southwest of Denver, Colorado. Visitors
enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, mountain
biking and trout fishing.

## Recreation

The Buffalo Creek Recreation Area is home to a 40-mile trail system most
popular with mountain bikers, but hikers and horseback riders enjoy the area
as well. Several trailheads are within walking distance of the campground. The
Lost Creek Wilderness Area can be accessed via the Colorado Trail, which
stretches nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.  
  
Buffalo Creek is a popular fishing stream for brook trout.

## Facilities

The Buffalo Creek Recreation Area is home to a 40-mile trail system most
popular with mountain bikers, but hikers and horseback riders enjoy the area
as well. Several trailheads are within walking distance of the campground. The
Lost Creek Wilderness Area can be accessed via the Colorado Trail, which
stretches nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.  
  
Buffalo Creek is a popular fishing stream for brook trout.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated near Buffalo Creek at an elevation of 7,400 feet in
the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Summer temperatures are mild and range
from 75-80 degrees during the day to 55-65 degrees at night.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

## Nearby Attractions

The drive along County Road 126 southwest from Pine Junction affords
magnificent views of the valleys below. Pikes Peak, at 14,110 feet, can be
seen in the distance and other prominent rock formations present themselves
throughout the scenic drive.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Buffalo Campground is one of two facilities within the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area, about an hour's drive southwest of Denver, Colorado. Visitors enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, mountain biking and trout fishing. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Buffalo Creek Recreation Area is home to a 40-mile trail system most popular with mountain bikers, but hikers and horseback riders enjoy the area as well. Several trailheads are within walking distance of the campground. The Lost Creek Wilderness Area can be accessed via the Colorado Trail, which stretches nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.
<br/><br/>
Buffalo Creek is a popular fishing stream for brook trout.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Buffalo Creek Recreation Area is home to a 40-mile trail system most popular with mountain bikers, but hikers and horseback riders enjoy the area as well. Several trailheads are within walking distance of the campground. The Lost Creek Wilderness Area can be accessed via the Colorado Trail, which stretches nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.
<br/><br/>
Buffalo Creek is a popular fishing stream for brook trout.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated near Buffalo Creek at an elevation of 7,400 feet in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Summer temperatures are mild and range from 75-80 degrees during the day to 55-65 degrees at night.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The drive along County Road 126 southwest from Pine Junction affords magnificent views of the valleys below. Pikes Peak, at 14,110 feet, can be seen in the distance and other prominent rock formations present themselves throughout the scenic drive.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

BUFFALO CAMPGROUND

Buffalo Campground

## Overview

Buffalo Springs Campground sits on a rolling hillside in the San Isabel
National Forest, providing an ideal setting for biking, hiking, horseback
riding and rock climbing.

## Recreation

Picnicking and wildlife watching are also great activities. Look out for
sightings of mule deer, bald eagles and chipmunks. Volleyball courts and
horseshoe pits are also provided on-site.

## Facilities

Picnicking and wildlife watching are also great activities. Look out for
sightings of mule deer, bald eagles and chipmunks. Volleyball courts and
horseshoe pits are also provided on-site.

## Natural Features

Tucked in a stand of aspen, spruce and other mixed conifers, Buffalo Springs
offers private, secluded campsites. At 9,000 feet altitude, the campground
maintains a glowing reputation as a place for excellent mountain views.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest large fishing and boating lake is Antero Reservoir, the first man-
made lake to be built on the South Platte River. The lake produces trophy
class fish, including rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout.  
  
The nearest town is Fairplay, Colorado, a historic gold mining settlement of
the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. The town has an open air museum that sets that helps
recreate the life and times of the 19th century gold rush era.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Buffalo Springs Campground sits on a rolling hillside in the San Isabel National Forest, providing an ideal setting for biking, hiking, horseback riding and rock climbing.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Picnicking and wildlife watching are also great activities. Look out for sightings of mule deer, bald eagles and chipmunks. 
Volleyball courts and horseshoe pits are also provided on-site. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Picnicking and wildlife watching are also great activities. Look out for sightings of mule deer, bald eagles and chipmunks. 
Volleyball courts and horseshoe pits are also provided on-site. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Tucked in a stand of aspen, spruce and other mixed conifers, Buffalo Springs offers private, secluded campsites. At 9,000 feet altitude, the campground maintains a glowing reputation as a place for excellent mountain views.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearest large fishing and boating lake is Antero Reservoir, the first man-made lake to be built on the South Platte River. The lake produces trophy class fish, including rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout. 
<br/><br/>
The nearest town is Fairplay, Colorado, a historic gold mining settlement of the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. The town has an open air museum that sets that helps recreate the life and times of the 19th century gold rush era.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Buffalo Springs Campground entrance sign with fall foliage in the background.

Buffalo Springs

## Overview

Located on the Pike and San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 9,813
feet, Burning Bear Campground offers cooler temperatures during the hot
Colorado summer months. Along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, this campground
is near prime spots for wildlife viewing, scenic driving, landscape
photography, hiking and roads open to off-highway vehicles.

## Recreation

Numerous hiking trail opportunities are available along Geneva Road. Mount
Evans Wilderness is directly behind the campground allowing for access to the
Abyss Trail (sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail).

Although Mount Evans Wilderness is closed to mountain biking, Burning Bear
Trail across the road from the campground is a wonderful trail for mountain
biking and hiking alike.

## Facilities

Numerous hiking trail opportunities are available along Geneva Road. Mount
Evans Wilderness is directly behind the campground allowing for access to the
Abyss Trail (sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail).

Although Mount Evans Wilderness is closed to mountain biking, Burning Bear
Trail across the road from the campground is a wonderful trail for mountain
biking and hiking alike.

## Natural Features

The campground is nestled in a beautiful valley on the way to Guanella Pass.
Although somewhat open, a scattering of ponderosa pines provides some privacy
to campers.

Mount Bierstadt (elevation 14,060 feet) is north on the Guanella Pass road – a
Scenic and Historic Byway, and one of the most popular scenic drives on the
Pike and San Isabel National Forest. The Guanella Pass road is a great place
to watch for bighorn sheep, elk, deer, moose, marmot, pika, and bear

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

## Nearby Attractions

Mount Bierstadt summit is approximately 7 miles north of the campground and
offers amazing views of the valley below.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Located on the Pike and San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 9,813 feet, Burning Bear Campground offers cooler temperatures during the hot Colorado summer months. Along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, this campground is near prime spots for wildlife viewing, scenic driving, landscape photography, hiking and roads open to off-highway vehicles.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Numerous hiking trail opportunities are available along Geneva Road.  Mount Evans Wilderness is directly behind the campground allowing for access to the Abyss Trail (sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail). 
<p>
Although Mount Evans Wilderness is closed to mountain biking, Burning Bear Trail across the road from the campground is a wonderful trail for mountain biking and hiking alike.
</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
Numerous hiking trail opportunities are available along Geneva Road.  Mount Evans Wilderness is directly behind the campground allowing for access to the Abyss Trail (sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail). 
<p>
Although Mount Evans Wilderness is closed to mountain biking, Burning Bear Trail across the road from the campground is a wonderful trail for mountain biking and hiking alike.
</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is nestled in a beautiful valley on the way to Guanella Pass.  Although somewhat open, a scattering of ponderosa pines provides some privacy to campers.
<p>
Mount Bierstadt (elevation 14,060 feet) is north on the Guanella Pass road – a Scenic and Historic Byway, and one of the most popular scenic drives on the Pike and San Isabel National Forest.  The Guanella Pass road is a great place to watch for bighorn sheep, elk, deer, moose, marmot, pika, and bear
</p>
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Mount Bierstadt summit is approximately 7 miles north of the campground and offers amazing views of the valley below.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Burning Bear Campground

## Overview

Cascade Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This
popular facility sits near Cascade Falls and is within 5 miles of a private
hot springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation.

**"First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be
available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a
popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early
as Thursday, so plan accordingly.**

## Recreation

Stream fishing is best above Cascade Falls, just accross the road from the
campground. Nearby Chalk Lake is heralded as a great family fishing lake with
rainbow, brook and brown trout. Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are a short
distance away. Recommended rides include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup
Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes, Hancock Lakes. Hiking in the area includes
the Colorado Trail, The Narrow Gauge trail and the Cascade Loop Trail (Across
from Chalk Lake Campground)

## Facilities

Stream fishing is best above Cascade Falls, just accross the road from the
campground. Nearby Chalk Lake is heralded as a great family fishing lake with
rainbow, brook and brown trout. Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are a short
distance away. Recommended rides include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup
Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes, Hancock Lakes. Hiking in the area includes
the Colorado Trail, The Narrow Gauge trail and the Cascade Loop Trail (Across
from Chalk Lake Campground)

## Natural Features

The campground is situated in a dense forest of Douglas fir and aspen at an
elevation of 9,000 feet in Chalk Creek Canyon, which gets its name from the
soft, white, chalk-like kaolinite canyon walls. Kaolinite is a clay mineral
that was deposited by percolating hot springs.  
  
Chalk Creek is just across the road from the campground. It flows 27 miles
eastward from the Collegiate Peaks before joining the Arkansas River. Chalk
Lake is a mile east of the campground.

## Nearby Attractions

Take a day trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo, just 15 minutes from
the campground. An old saloon, county courthouse and many other historic
structures remain from the days of its mining glory. The city of Salida and
Town of Buena Vista are only a short drive away where visitors can enjoy
distinctive restaurants, unique shops, incredible art galleries and a large
selection of antique shops. The area boasts more than 100 miles of Arkansas
River to raft, fish, float or kayak in. as well as fifteen 14,000 ft
mountains. Visitors choose from recreational activities like hiking, biking,
ATVing, kayaking, rafting, fishing, horseback riding, zipping, swimming

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Cascade Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This popular facility sits near Cascade Falls and is within 5 miles of a private hot springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation.</p>

<p><strong>"First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday, so plan accordingly.</strong></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Stream fishing is best above Cascade Falls, just accross the road from the campground. Nearby Chalk Lake is heralded as a great family fishing lake with rainbow, brook and brown trout.
  
Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are a short distance away. Recommended rides include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes, Hancock Lakes.


Hiking in the area includes the Colorado Trail, The Narrow Gauge trail and the Cascade Loop Trail (Across from Chalk Lake Campground)<h2>Facilities</h2>
Stream fishing is best above Cascade Falls, just accross the road from the campground. Nearby Chalk Lake is heralded as a great family fishing lake with rainbow, brook and brown trout.
  
Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are a short distance away. Recommended rides include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes, Hancock Lakes.


Hiking in the area includes the Colorado Trail, The Narrow Gauge trail and the Cascade Loop Trail (Across from Chalk Lake Campground)<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated in a dense forest of Douglas fir and aspen at an elevation of 9,000 feet in Chalk Creek Canyon, which gets its name from the soft, white, chalk-like kaolinite canyon walls. Kaolinite is a clay mineral that was deposited by percolating hot springs.
<br/><br/>
Chalk Creek is just across the road from the campground. It flows 27 miles eastward from the Collegiate Peaks before joining the Arkansas River. Chalk Lake is a mile east of the campground. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Take a day trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo, just 15 minutes from the campground. An old saloon, county courthouse and many other historic structures remain from the days of its mining glory. 



  
The city of Salida and Town of Buena Vista are only a short drive away where visitors can enjoy distinctive restaurants, unique shops, incredible art galleries and a large selection of antique shops.  The area boasts more than 100 miles of Arkansas River to raft, fish, float or kayak in. as well as fifteen 14,000 ft mountains. Visitors choose from recreational activities like hiking, biking, ATVing, kayaking, rafting, fishing, horseback riding, zipping, swimming
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Photo of campsite with fire pit and picnic table

Campsite with trees, picnic table, fire pit, mountain in background

Campsite, fire pit, picnic table, green foliage

Campsite surrounded by trees with picnic table and fire pit

CASCADE (COLORADO)

Gravel road in forest with person walking in background

Campsite surrounded by trees with picnic table

Campsite with picnic table and fire pit with mountain in background

Campground, fall foliage, picnic table, fire pit

Cascade (Colorado)

## Overview

Chalk Lake Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This
popular facility sits near Chalk Lake and is within 4 miles of a private hot
springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation.

**"First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be
available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a
popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early
as Thursday, so plan accordingly.**

## Recreation

Chalk Lake is located next to the campground and is a great family fishing
spot with rainbow, brook and brown trout. Motorized boats are not allowed on
the lake. Chalk Creek also offers fishing, and it's best above Cascade Falls.
Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are near the campground. Recommended rides
include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes,
and Hancock Lakes. The Cascade Loop Trail is located across the street from
the campground. The Chalk Creek Trailhead is about 2 miles east of the
campground which gives hikers access to the extensive Colorado Trail, which
extends nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.

## Facilities

Chalk Lake is located next to the campground and is a great family fishing
spot with rainbow, brook and brown trout. Motorized boats are not allowed on
the lake. Chalk Creek also offers fishing, and it's best above Cascade Falls.
Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are near the campground. Recommended rides
include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes,
and Hancock Lakes. The Cascade Loop Trail is located across the street from
the campground. The Chalk Creek Trailhead is about 2 miles east of the
campground which gives hikers access to the extensive Colorado Trail, which
extends nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 9,000 feet in Chalk Creek Canyon, which
gets its name from the soft, white, chalk-like kaolinite canyon walls.
Kaolinite is a clay mineral that was deposited by percolating hot springs. A
variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including chipmunks,
hummingbirds, birds of prey and mule deer.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

Take a day trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo, just 15 minutes from
the campground. An old saloon, county courthouse and many other historic
structures remain from the days of its mining glory. Rock hounds come to the
area in search of quartz and aquamarine. The city of Salida and Town of Buena
Vista are only a short drive away where visitors can enjoy distinctive
restaurants, unique shops, incredible art galleries and a large selection of
antique shops. The area boasts more than 100 miles of Arkansas River to raft,
fish, float or kayak in, as well as fifteen 14,000 ft mountains. Visitors can
choose from recreational activities like hiking, biking, ATV/UTV riding,
kayaking, rafting, fishing, horseback riding, zipping and swimming.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Chalk Lake Campground is located in beautiful Chaffee County, Colorado. This popular facility sits near Chalk Lake and is within 4 miles of a private hot springs resort, making it an ideal location for rest and relaxation.</p>

<p><strong>"First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday, so plan accordingly.</strong></p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
Chalk Lake is located next to the campground and is a great family fishing spot with rainbow, brook and brown trout. Motorized boats are not allowed on the lake. Chalk Creek also offers fishing, and it's best above Cascade Falls. 
  
Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are near the campground. Recommended rides include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes, and Hancock Lakes.
  
The Cascade Loop Trail is located across the street from the campground. The Chalk Creek Trailhead  is about 2 miles east of the campground which gives hikers access to the extensive Colorado Trail, which extends nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Chalk Lake is located next to the campground and is a great family fishing spot with rainbow, brook and brown trout. Motorized boats are not allowed on the lake. Chalk Creek also offers fishing, and it's best above Cascade Falls. 
  
Plenty of off-road vehicle trails are near the campground. Recommended rides include Mount Antero, Baldwin Lake, Tincup Pass, Hancock Pass, Pomeroy Lakes, and Hancock Lakes.
  
The Cascade Loop Trail is located across the street from the campground. The Chalk Creek Trailhead  is about 2 miles east of the campground which gives hikers access to the extensive Colorado Trail, which extends nearly 500 miles from Denver to Durango.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits at an elevation of 9,000 feet in Chalk Creek Canyon, which gets its name from the soft, white, chalk-like kaolinite canyon walls. Kaolinite is a clay mineral that was deposited by percolating hot springs. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including chipmunks, hummingbirds, birds of prey and mule deer.
  

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Take a day trip to the historic ghost town of St. Elmo, just 15 minutes from the campground. An old saloon, county courthouse and many other historic structures remain from the days of its mining glory. Rock hounds come to the area in search of quartz and aquamarine.
  


The city of Salida and Town of Buena Vista are only a short drive away where visitors can enjoy distinctive restaurants, unique shops, incredible art galleries and a large selection of antique shops.  The area boasts more than 100 miles of Arkansas River to raft, fish, float or kayak in, as well as fifteen 14,000 ft mountains. Visitors can choose from recreational activities like hiking, biking, ATV/UTV riding, kayaking, rafting, fishing, horseback riding, zipping and swimming.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Campsite with small camp trailer with trees in background

CHALK LAKE

Waterfall surrounded by rock outcroppings

Campsite with Chalk Cliffs in background

Campsite in trees with tents, fire pit and picnic table

Chalk Creek

Campsite near creek surrounded by trees

Chalk Lake

## Overview

Collegiate Peaks Campground is located 11 miles west of Buena Vista, Colorado,
along Middle Cottonwood Creek near the top of Cottonwood Pass. The campground
offers well-spaced campsites and scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails. A commercial hot springs
inn and spa is located about 5 miles east of the campground.

**"First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be
available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a
popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early
as Thursday, so plan accordingly.**

## Recreation

Hiking and fishing are among the most popular activities. The Denny Creek
Trailhead is less than a mile away and it take hikers through Collegiate Peaks
Wilderness Area to destinations such as Kroenke Lake and Mt. Yale. The
Ptarmigan Lake Trailhead is less than 3 miles from the campground and boasts
views of vivid wildflowers. Middle Cottonwood Creek is small but fairly well-
stocked with brook trout. Determined anglers can often pull rainbow and
cutthroat trout from the beaver ponds west of the campground.

## Facilities

Hiking and fishing are among the most popular activities. The Denny Creek
Trailhead is less than a mile away and it take hikers through Collegiate Peaks
Wilderness Area to destinations such as Kroenke Lake and Mt. Yale. The
Ptarmigan Lake Trailhead is less than 3 miles from the campground and boasts
views of vivid wildflowers. Middle Cottonwood Creek is small but fairly well-
stocked with brook trout. Determined anglers can often pull rainbow and
cutthroat trout from the beaver ponds west of the campground.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 9,800 feet, tucked in a dense stand of
mixed conifers and aspen. Some sites sit alongside the creek while others are
tucked back in the woods. Afternoon thunderstorms are common during summer
months.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

Cottonwood Pass is a high mountain pass across the Continental Divide in the
Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. The road reaches the divide at an
elevation of 12,126 feet. The Collegiate Peaks Wilderness offers challenging
trails and prime backcountry fishing lakes. The Town of Buena Vista is only a
short drive away where visitors can enjoy distinctive restaurants, unique
shops, incredible art galleries and a large selection of antique shops. The
area boasts more than 100 miles of Arkansas River to raft, fish, float or
kayak in, as well as fifteen 14,000 ft mountains. Visitors can choose from
recreational activities like hiking, biking, ATV/UTV riding, kayaking,
rafting, fishing, horseback riding, zipping and swimming.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Collegiate Peaks Campground is located 11 miles west of Buena Vista, Colorado, along Middle Cottonwood Creek near the top of Cottonwood Pass. The campground offers well-spaced campsites and scenic views of the surrounding mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails. A commercial hot springs inn and spa is located about 5 miles east of the campground.</p>

<p><strong>"First come, first served" does not necessarily mean that the site will be available when you get there. Someone may get there before you. This is a popular campground and is normally full starting on Friday, sometimes as early as Thursday, so plan accordingly.</strong></p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking and fishing are among the most popular activities. The Denny Creek Trailhead is less than a mile away and it take hikers through Collegiate Peaks Wilderness Area to destinations such as Kroenke Lake and Mt. Yale. 

The Ptarmigan Lake Trailhead is less than 3 miles from the campground and boasts views of vivid wildflowers. 
  
Middle Cottonwood Creek is small but fairly well-stocked with brook trout. Determined anglers can often pull rainbow and cutthroat trout from the beaver ponds west of the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Hiking and fishing are among the most popular activities. The Denny Creek Trailhead is less than a mile away and it take hikers through Collegiate Peaks Wilderness Area to destinations such as Kroenke Lake and Mt. Yale. 

The Ptarmigan Lake Trailhead is less than 3 miles from the campground and boasts views of vivid wildflowers. 
  
Middle Cottonwood Creek is small but fairly well-stocked with brook trout. Determined anglers can often pull rainbow and cutthroat trout from the beaver ponds west of the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits at an elevation of 9,800 feet, tucked in a dense stand of mixed conifers and aspen. Some sites sit alongside the creek while others are tucked back in the woods. Afternoon thunderstorms are common during summer months. 
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Cottonwood Pass is a high mountain pass across the Continental Divide in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. The road reaches the divide at an elevation of 12,126 feet. The Collegiate Peaks Wilderness offers challenging trails and prime backcountry fishing lakes. 
  


The Town of Buena Vista is only a short drive away where visitors can enjoy distinctive restaurants, unique shops, incredible art galleries and a large selection of antique shops.  The area boasts more than 100 miles of Arkansas River to raft, fish, float or kayak in, as well as fifteen 14,000 ft mountains. Visitors can choose from recreational activities like hiking, biking, ATV/UTV riding, kayaking, rafting, fishing, horseback riding, zipping and swimming.
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

COLLEGIATE PEAKS

Campsite with a view of aspen trees with fall foliage.

Campsite with view of aspen trees with fall foliege

Campsite with picnic table surrounded by trees.

Campsite with shade and picnic table

Campsite surrounded by trees

Shaded campsite with picnic table and fire pit

Picnic table with aspen trees with fall foliage

Collegiate Peaks

## Overview

Colorado Campground is a favorite family destination near Manitou Lake Picnic
Area north of the town of Woodland Park. A short trail leads to the lovely
lake, where visitors enjoy fishing, bird watching and canoeing.

## Recreation

Manitou Lake offers trout fishing and lakeside picnicking. Canoeing on the
small lake is also a popular activity. The Centennial Bike Trail, a paved,
accessible recreation trail, connects Colorado Campground to Manitou Lake
Picnic Area and South Meadows Campground. The trail is popular among hikers,
roller bladers and bicyclists. The nearby Rainbow Falls OHV Trail System and
North Divide OHV Trail System are recommended for off-road vehicle
enthusiasts.

## Facilities

Manitou Lake offers trout fishing and lakeside picnicking. Canoeing on the
small lake is also a popular activity. The Centennial Bike Trail, a paved,
accessible recreation trail, connects Colorado Campground to Manitou Lake
Picnic Area and South Meadows Campground. The trail is popular among hikers,
roller bladers and bicyclists. The nearby Rainbow Falls OHV Trail System and
North Divide OHV Trail System are recommended for off-road vehicle
enthusiasts.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated at 7,800 feet in a ponderosa pine forest near the
5-acre Manitou Lake. The campground lies in the Front Range of the Rocky
Mountains, due north of Pikes Peak. Pikes Peak summit reaches an elevation of
14,115 feet and is America's easternmost peak over 14,000 feet.

## Nearby Attractions

Colorado Springs is about 25 miles southeast of the campground and offers many
services. Garden of the Gods is a popular attraction just outside of town.
This free park offers hiking trails, rock climbing routes, a visitor center
and cafe. Pikes Peak lies west of Manitou Springs, which is about 20 miles
from the campground. Visitors can hike, or drive to the summit of this
beautiful mountain. The town of Woodland Park, located 6 miles south of
Colorado Campground, offers gas, groceries, dining and shopping.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Colorado Campground is a favorite family destination near Manitou Lake Picnic Area north of the town of Woodland Park. A short trail leads to the lovely lake, where visitors enjoy fishing, bird watching and canoeing.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Manitou Lake offers trout fishing and lakeside picnicking. Canoeing on the small lake is also a popular activity.
  
The Centennial Bike Trail, a paved, accessible recreation trail, connects Colorado Campground to Manitou Lake Picnic Area and South Meadows Campground. The trail is popular among hikers, roller bladers and bicyclists. The nearby Rainbow Falls OHV Trail System and North Divide OHV Trail System are recommended for off-road vehicle enthusiasts.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Manitou Lake offers trout fishing and lakeside picnicking. Canoeing on the small lake is also a popular activity.
  
The Centennial Bike Trail, a paved, accessible recreation trail, connects Colorado Campground to Manitou Lake Picnic Area and South Meadows Campground. The trail is popular among hikers, roller bladers and bicyclists. The nearby Rainbow Falls OHV Trail System and North Divide OHV Trail System are recommended for off-road vehicle enthusiasts.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated at 7,800 feet in a ponderosa pine forest near the 5-acre Manitou Lake. The campground lies in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, due north of Pikes Peak. Pikes Peak summit reaches an elevation of 14,115 feet and is America's easternmost peak over 14,000 feet.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Colorado Springs is about 25 miles southeast of the campground and offers many services. Garden of the Gods is a popular attraction just outside of town. This free park offers hiking trails, rock climbing routes, a visitor center and cafe.
  
Pikes Peak lies west of Manitou Springs, which is about 20 miles from the campground. Visitors can hike, or drive to the summit of this beautiful mountain.
  
The town of Woodland Park, located 6 miles south of Colorado Campground, offers gas, groceries, dining and shopping.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

COLORADO CAMPGROUND

Colorado Campground view

Colorado Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Cordova Pass

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Cottonwood Lake - PSICC (Co)

## Overview

Cove Campground is a small, primitive campground ideal for anglers and rock
climbers, nestled in the Eleven Mile Canyon along the South Platte River.

## Recreation

Fishing for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout is one of the most popular
activities for campers. Birding and nature photography are also ideal
pastimes. Rock climbers enjoy the solid walls of the canyon.  
  
Hikers can head to the nearby Overlook Trail for breathtaking views of Eleven
Mile Canyon and Eleven Mile Reservoir. Occasionally, Golden Eagles can be
viewed nesting in the nearby granite cliffs and crags. Springtime brings
higher chances of seeing Bald Eagles.

## Facilities

Fishing for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout is one of the most popular
activities for campers. Birding and nature photography are also ideal
pastimes. Rock climbers enjoy the solid walls of the canyon.  
  
Hikers can head to the nearby Overlook Trail for breathtaking views of Eleven
Mile Canyon and Eleven Mile Reservoir. Occasionally, Golden Eagles can be
viewed nesting in the nearby granite cliffs and crags. Springtime brings
higher chances of seeing Bald Eagles.

## Natural Features

Cove sits along the river and is one of the closest campground to the Eleven
Mile Reservoir, which spans 3,405 surface acres and 5 miles in length. Eleven
Mile Canyon was cut by the South Platte River and is bordered by polished gray
granite cliffs.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

Visit the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, one of the richest and
most diverse fossil deposits in the world. Petrified redwood stumps up to 14
feet wide and thousands of detailed fossils of insects and plants reveal the
story of a very different, prehistoric Colorado.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cove Campground is a small, primitive campground ideal for anglers and rock climbers, nestled in the Eleven Mile Canyon along the South Platte River.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fishing for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout is one of the most popular activities for campers. Birding and nature photography are also ideal pastimes. Rock climbers enjoy the solid walls of the canyon.
<br/><br/>
Hikers can head to the nearby Overlook Trail for breathtaking views of Eleven Mile Canyon and Eleven Mile Reservoir. Occasionally, Golden Eagles can be viewed nesting in the nearby granite cliffs and crags. Springtime brings higher chances of seeing Bald Eagles. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Fishing for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout is one of the most popular activities for campers. Birding and nature photography are also ideal pastimes. Rock climbers enjoy the solid walls of the canyon.
<br/><br/>
Hikers can head to the nearby Overlook Trail for breathtaking views of Eleven Mile Canyon and Eleven Mile Reservoir. Occasionally, Golden Eagles can be viewed nesting in the nearby granite cliffs and crags. Springtime brings higher chances of seeing Bald Eagles. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Cove sits along the river and is one of the closest campground to the Eleven Mile Reservoir, which spans 3,405 surface acres and 5 miles in length. Eleven Mile Canyon was cut by the South Platte River and is bordered by polished gray granite cliffs.

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visit the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. Petrified redwood stumps up to 14 feet wide and thousands of detailed fossils of insects and plants reveal the story of a very different, prehistoric Colorado.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

View from Cove Campground

View from Cove Campground / fishing on the South Platte River

Cove Campground

Cove Campground at 11 Mile Canyon

## Overview

Cabin campers can escape the city - and escape modern day amenities - by
staying at the fully rustic, historic Crescent Mining Camp cabins. The cabins
offer a true old fashioned taste of life on the mine in the 19th century, with
no electricity or running water. Visitors can focus on the sounds of nature
and the incredible views of the Rocky Mountains from its creekside location.
The mining camp was built in the 1890s during the boom of mining and milling
in Clear Creek Canyon. Miners sought mostly gold and silver, and attracted
about 50,000 residents in the valley that is now rather remote. The cabins are
adjacent to a road heavily used by off-highway vehicles (OHV) but have a
private drive with a locking gate. Crescent Mining camp is a good location for
OHV enthusiasts, but not visitors seeking quiet and solitude

## Recreation

Off-road vehicle trails begin near the site of the cabins and hiking
trailheads are within several miles. The most popular trails lead into the
Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which boasts nine mountain peaks over 14,000
feet.

## Facilities

Off-road vehicle trails begin near the site of the cabins and hiking
trailheads are within several miles. The most popular trails lead into the
Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which boasts nine mountain peaks over 14,000
feet.

## Natural Features

Crescent Mining Camp is located within the Leadville Ranger District, which is
home to the Sawatch Range, the highest mountain range in Colorado. These
rugged, glaciated mountains form the crest of the Continental Divide. Mount
Elbert, at 14,443 feet, is Colorado's highest peak and 1 of 10 "fourteeners"
located on the District.  
  
At an elevation of approximately 10,000 feet, Crescent Mining Camp sits at the
base of Ervin Peak in Clear Creek Canyon. It is on the outskirts of the
Collegiate Peaks Wilderness in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. Clear
Creek passes near the cabins and the Clear Creek Reservoir and the Arkansas
River Valley are 9 miles east.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest spot for pay phones and a grocery store is in Buena Vista, about
an hour's drive.  
  
Visitors can head to Clear Creek Reservoir, about 9 miles east, for fishing
and boating. Fish species include brook trout, brown trout and tiger muskie. A
few miles further is the Arkansas River, in a section where whitewater rafting
is popular.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cabin campers can escape the city - and escape modern day amenities - by staying at the fully rustic, historic Crescent Mining Camp cabins. The cabins offer a true old fashioned taste of life on the mine in the 19th century, with no electricity or running water. Visitors can focus on the sounds of nature and the incredible views of the Rocky Mountains from its creekside location.
  
The mining camp was built in the 1890s during the boom of mining and milling in Clear Creek Canyon. Miners sought mostly gold and silver, and attracted about 50,000 residents in the valley that is now rather remote. 
  
The cabins are adjacent to a road heavily used by off-highway vehicles (OHV) but have a private drive with a locking gate. Crescent Mining camp is a good location for OHV enthusiasts, but not visitors seeking quiet and solitude<h2>Recreation</h2>
Off-road vehicle trails begin near the site of the cabins and hiking trailheads are within several miles. The most popular trails lead into the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which boasts nine mountain peaks over 14,000 feet.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Off-road vehicle trails begin near the site of the cabins and hiking trailheads are within several miles. The most popular trails lead into the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which boasts nine mountain peaks over 14,000 feet.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Crescent Mining Camp is located within the Leadville Ranger District, which is home to the Sawatch Range, the highest mountain range in Colorado. These rugged, glaciated mountains form the crest of the Continental Divide. Mount Elbert, at 14,443 feet, is Colorado's highest peak and 1 of 10 "fourteeners" located on the District.
<br/><br/>
At an elevation of approximately 10,000 feet, Crescent Mining Camp sits at the base of Ervin Peak in Clear Creek Canyon. It is on the outskirts of the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. Clear Creek passes near the cabins and the Clear Creek Reservoir and the Arkansas River Valley are 9 miles east.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearest spot for pay phones and a grocery store is in Buena Vista, about an hour's drive.
<br/><br/>
Visitors can head to Clear Creek Reservoir, about 9 miles east, for fishing and boating. Fish species include brook trout, brown trout and tiger muskie. A few miles further is the Arkansas River, in a section where whitewater rafting is popular.

Crescent Mining Cabin marker

Crescent Mining Cabin 1 interior 1

Crescent Mining Cabins

Crescent Mining Cabin trail

Crescent Mining Cabin 2

Crescent Mining Cabin Vault toilet

CRESCENT MINING CAMP Cabin 2

Crescent Mining Cabin fire ring

Crescent Mining Cabins preview

Crescent Mining Cabin 2 interior 2

Crescent Mining Cabin 1 interior 2

Crescent Mining Cabin 1 exterior 2

Crescent Mining Cabin 2 interior 1

CRESCENT MINING CAMP

Crescent Mining Camp

## Overview

Davenport Campground was one of the first Forest Service campgrounds, and is
near the now-abandoned Squirrel Creek Campground, the very first Forest
Service campground in the country. In 2010, Davenport was rebuilt to evoke the
original 1920s design. Adirondack shelters and a common cooking shelter with
stone fireplaces were built and old-style log picnic tables add to the
historic character of this campground.  
  
The campground offers access to an array of hiking, mountain biking,
motorcycle and off-road vehicle trails.

## Recreation

The 4.5-mile Squirrel Creek Trail is open to hiking, biking, horseback riding
and motorcycle riding. This trail meets the original Squirrel Creek Campground
site where a major flood, in 1947, washed out the never-reopened road and
campground. Silver Circle, Second Mace, and South Creek Trails can be accessed
nearby, too.  
  
Anglers enjoy casting for brook trout in Squirrel Creek.

## Facilities

The 4.5-mile Squirrel Creek Trail is open to hiking, biking, horseback riding
and motorcycle riding. This trail meets the original Squirrel Creek Campground
site where a major flood, in 1947, washed out the never-reopened road and
campground. Silver Circle, Second Mace, and South Creek Trails can be accessed
nearby, too.  
  
Anglers enjoy casting for brook trout in Squirrel Creek.

## Natural Features

The campground sits in a grassy meadow surrounded by aspen and spruce trees at
an elevation of 8,500 feet. Squirrel Creek runs alongside this scenic facility
in the Wet Mountains of southern Colorado.

## Nearby Attractions

Bishop's Castle, a replica of a medieval castle, is about 2 miles from the
campground, just off Highway 165. The always-in-progress structure is an
interesting display of labor-intensive masonry and intricate wrought ironwork.  
  
Beautiful Lake Isabel is less than 10 miles away. Visitors enjoy canoeing,
kayaking and fishing in the stocked lake. Several mountain trails weave
through the area.  
  
Pueblo Mountain Park in Beulah Valley is about 7 miles east. This scenic park
offers hiking trails, educational programs and a stone labyrinth.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Davenport Campground was one of the first Forest Service campgrounds, and is near the now-abandoned Squirrel Creek Campground, the very first Forest Service campground in the country.  In 2010, Davenport was rebuilt to evoke the original 1920s design. Adirondack shelters and a common cooking shelter with stone fireplaces were built and old-style log picnic tables add to the historic character of this campground.     
<br/><br/>
The campground offers access to an array of hiking, mountain biking, motorcycle and off-road vehicle trails.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The 4.5-mile Squirrel Creek Trail is open to hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorcycle riding. This trail meets the original Squirrel Creek Campground site where a major flood, in 1947, washed out the never-reopened road and campground. Silver Circle, Second Mace, and South Creek Trails can be accessed nearby, too.
<br/><br/>
Anglers enjoy casting for brook trout in Squirrel Creek.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The 4.5-mile Squirrel Creek Trail is open to hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorcycle riding. This trail meets the original Squirrel Creek Campground site where a major flood, in 1947, washed out the never-reopened road and campground. Silver Circle, Second Mace, and South Creek Trails can be accessed nearby, too.
<br/><br/>
Anglers enjoy casting for brook trout in Squirrel Creek.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits in a grassy meadow surrounded by aspen and spruce trees at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Squirrel Creek runs alongside this scenic facility in the Wet Mountains of southern Colorado.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Bishop's Castle, a replica of a medieval castle, is about 2 miles from the campground, just off Highway 165. The always-in-progress structure is an interesting display of labor-intensive masonry and intricate wrought ironwork.
<br/><br/>
Beautiful Lake Isabel is less than 10 miles away. Visitors enjoy canoeing, kayaking and fishing in the stocked lake. Several mountain trails weave through the area.  
<br/><br/>
Pueblo Mountain Park in Beulah Valley is about 7 miles east. This scenic park offers hiking trails, educational programs and a stone labyrinth.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

DAVENPORT CAMPGROUND

Davenport Campground

## Overview

Dawson Cabin provides campers with a rustic, remote getaway in the beautiful
Clear Creek Canyon. The Clear Creek Historical District offers visitors a
taste of mining history from the mid-19th Century, when people came far and
wide looking for gold, silver and other precious minerals. By the 1890s, about
50,000 residents lived in the valley, in search of great fortune.  

## Recreation

Off-road vehicle trails and hiking trails are nearby. Some hiking trails lead
into the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which is named for the numerous 14,000
ft. peaks named after colleges, such as Yale, Harvard and Princeton.  
  
Collegiate Peaks is the headwaters for the Arkansas, Gunnison, and Roaring
Fork Rivers. The landscape is composed of alpine tundra, high lake basins and
glacial river valleys.  

## Facilities

Off-road vehicle trails and hiking trails are nearby. Some hiking trails lead
into the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which is named for the numerous 14,000
ft. peaks named after colleges, such as Yale, Harvard and Princeton.  
  
Collegiate Peaks is the headwaters for the Arkansas, Gunnison, and Roaring
Fork Rivers. The landscape is composed of alpine tundra, high lake basins and
glacial river valleys.  

## Natural Features

Dawson Cabin is nestled at the base of Ervin Peak in Clear Creek Canyon, at an
elevation of about 9,600 feet. It is on the outskirts of the Collegiate Peaks
Wilderness in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. Clear Creek passes
near the cabin.  
  
The cabin is located in the Leadville Ranger District, which is home to the
Sawatch Range, the highest mountain range in Colorado. These rugged, glaciated
mountains form the crest of the Continental Divide. Mount Elbert, at 14,443
feet, is Colorado's highest peak and one of ten "fourteeners" located in the
District.  

## Nearby Attractions

The historic town of Winfield is about 5 miles farther up the valley. The
nearest place for pay phones and a grocery store is in Buena Vista, about a 45
minute drive.  
  
  
Visitors can head to Clear Creek Reservoir, about 5 miles east, for fishing
and boating. Fish species include brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, and
tiger muskie. A few miles further is the Arkansas River, where whitewater
rafting is a big hit.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Dawson Cabin provides campers with a rustic, remote getaway in the beautiful Clear Creek Canyon. The Clear Creek Historical District offers visitors a taste of mining history from the mid-19th Century, when people came far and wide looking for gold, silver and other precious minerals. By the 1890s, about 50,000 residents lived in the valley, in search of great fortune. <br/><h2>Recreation</h2>
Off-road vehicle trails and hiking trails are nearby. Some hiking trails lead into the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which is named for the numerous 14,000 ft. peaks named after colleges, such as Yale, Harvard and Princeton.  
<br/><br/>
Collegiate Peaks is the headwaters for the Arkansas, Gunnison, and Roaring Fork Rivers. The landscape is composed of alpine tundra, high lake basins and glacial river valleys. <br/><h2>Facilities</h2>
Off-road vehicle trails and hiking trails are nearby. Some hiking trails lead into the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, which is named for the numerous 14,000 ft. peaks named after colleges, such as Yale, Harvard and Princeton.  
<br/><br/>
Collegiate Peaks is the headwaters for the Arkansas, Gunnison, and Roaring Fork Rivers. The landscape is composed of alpine tundra, high lake basins and glacial river valleys. <br/><h2>Natural Features</h2>
Dawson Cabin is nestled at the base of Ervin Peak in Clear Creek Canyon, at an elevation of about 9,600 feet.  It is on the outskirts of the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness in the Sawatch Range of the Rocky Mountains. Clear Creek passes near the cabin.
<br/><br/>
The cabin is located in the Leadville Ranger District, which is home to the Sawatch Range, the highest mountain range in Colorado. These rugged, glaciated mountains form the crest of the Continental Divide. Mount Elbert, at 14,443 feet, is Colorado's highest peak and one of ten "fourteeners" located in the District. <br/>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The historic town of Winfield is about 5 miles farther up the valley.  The nearest place for pay phones and a grocery store is in Buena Vista, about a 45 minute drive. <br/>
<br/><br/>
Visitors can head to Clear Creek Reservoir, about 5 miles east, for fishing and boating. Fish species include brook trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, and tiger muskie. A few miles further is the Arkansas River, where whitewater rafting is a big hit.

Dawson Cabin vault toilet

Dawson Cabin interior 1

Dawson Cabin exterior 1

Dawson Cabin picnic table

Dawson Cabin interior 2

Dawson Cabin

Dawson Cabin exterior 2

Dawson Cabin view

Dawson Cabin interior 3

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

Deer Creek Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

Devils Head Campground

Dexter

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Elbert Creek

## Overview

Father Dyer Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in
the shade of a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest. The family-friendly
campground is a popular summer destination for boating, hiking and fishing.  
  
The campground is named after Father John Lewis Dyer, one of the first
Methodist ministers to tour Colorado's high country mining camps. For 20
years, beginning in 1862, he travelled the circuit encompassing Alma, Fairplay
and Leadville, regularly skiing over the 13,186-foot Mosquito Pass on long,
wooden skis.

## Recreation

The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail is a gentle loop trail through the
forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise Lake. This trail connects to the
6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam
to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are available at the trailhead located
about a mile south, at the entrance to Molly Brown Campground. On the lake,
boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities. Anglers fish
for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. Matchless Boat Ramp is
located about two miles south of the campground.

## Facilities

The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail is a gentle loop trail through the
forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise Lake. This trail connects to the
6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam
to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are available at the trailhead located
about a mile south, at the entrance to Molly Brown Campground. On the lake,
boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities. Anglers fish
for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. Matchless Boat Ramp is
located about two miles south of the campground.

## Natural Features

Campsites are nestled in the forest near the scenic lakeshore. The Mount
Massive Wilderness Area, a 30,540 acre stretch of primitive land encompassing
Colorado's second highest peak at 14,421 feet, is nearby. Much of the
wilderness is above timberline with many alpine plant communities and
permanent snowfields.

## Nearby Attractions

Venture to Independence Pass for a scenic drive with breathtaking views of the
Rockies and surrounding alpine tundra habitat. At 12,095 feet, it is one of
the highest paved mountain passes in the country and marks where the Top of
the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway crosses the Continental Divide.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Father Dyer Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in the shade of a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest. The family-friendly campground is a popular summer destination for boating, hiking and fishing.
<br/><br/>
The campground is named after Father John Lewis Dyer, one of the first Methodist ministers to tour Colorado's high country mining camps.  For 20 years, beginning in 1862, he travelled the circuit encompassing Alma, Fairplay and Leadville, regularly skiing over the 13,186-foot Mosquito Pass on long, wooden skis.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail is a gentle loop trail through the forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise Lake. This trail connects to the 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are available at the trailhead located about a mile south, at the entrance to Molly Brown Campground.
  
On the lake, boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities. Anglers fish for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. Matchless Boat Ramp is located about two miles south of the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail is a gentle loop trail through the forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise Lake. This trail connects to the 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels the shoreline from Sugar Loaf Dam to May Queen Campground. Trail guides are available at the trailhead located about a mile south, at the entrance to Molly Brown Campground.
  
On the lake, boating, sailing, canoeing and fishing are favorite activities. Anglers fish for stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown and lake trout. Matchless Boat Ramp is located about two miles south of the campground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites are nestled in the forest near the scenic lakeshore. The Mount Massive Wilderness Area, a 30,540 acre stretch of primitive land encompassing Colorado's second highest peak at 14,421 feet, is nearby. Much of the wilderness is above timberline with many alpine plant communities and permanent snowfields.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Venture to Independence Pass for a scenic drive with breathtaking views of the Rockies and surrounding alpine tundra habitat. At 12,095 feet, it is one of the highest paved mountain passes in the country and marks where the Top of the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway crosses the Continental Divide.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

FATHER DYER

Father Dyer

Flat Rocks Campground

Fourmile

## Overview

At an elevation of 9,813 feet, Geneva Park Campground offers cooler
temperatures during the hottest of summer months. Along the Guanella Pass
Scenic Byway, this campground is near prime spots for wildlife viewing, scenic
driving, landscape photography, hiking and accessing roads open to off-highway
vehicles.

## Recreation

Mount Evans Wilderness is directly east of the campground and the Abyss
Trailhead, sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail, is a short drive
south of the campground. Burning Bear Trail, just 2 miles south of the
campground, is a wonderful trail for hiking and horseback riding.

## Facilities

Mount Evans Wilderness is directly east of the campground and the Abyss
Trailhead, sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail, is a short drive
south of the campground. Burning Bear Trail, just 2 miles south of the
campground, is a wonderful trail for hiking and horseback riding.

## Natural Features

The campground sits in a dense stand of lodgepole pine, which limits mountain
views. Sites are nicely separated to provide privacy. The Geneva Creek flows
past the campground entrance.  
  
Pikes Peak is about 67 miles south and is heralded as the easternmost mountain
peak over 14,000 feet in the United States.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

## Nearby Attractions

The drive down Highway 126 from Pine Junction affords magnificent views of the
valleys below. Pikes Peak can be seen in the distance and other prominent rock
formations present themselves throughout the scenic drive.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
At an elevation of 9,813 feet, Geneva Park Campground offers cooler temperatures during the hottest of summer months. Along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, this campground is near prime spots for wildlife viewing, scenic driving, landscape photography, hiking and accessing roads open to off-highway vehicles.  <h2>Recreation</h2>
Mount Evans Wilderness is directly east of the campground and the Abyss Trailhead, sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail, is a short drive south of the campground. Burning Bear Trail, just 2 miles south of the campground, is a wonderful trail for hiking and horseback riding.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Mount Evans Wilderness is directly east of the campground and the Abyss Trailhead, sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail, is a short drive south of the campground. Burning Bear Trail, just 2 miles south of the campground, is a wonderful trail for hiking and horseback riding.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits in a dense stand of lodgepole pine, which limits mountain views. Sites are nicely separated to provide privacy. The Geneva Creek flows past the campground entrance. 
<br/><br/>
Pikes Peak is about 67 miles south and is heralded as the easternmost mountain peak over 14,000 feet in the United States.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The drive down Highway 126 from Pine Junction affords magnificent views of the valleys below. Pikes Peak can be seen in the distance and other prominent rock formations present themselves throughout the scenic drive. <h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Geneva Park Campground

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your
arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

Goose Creek Campground

Green Mountain Campground

Halfmoon East

Halfmoon West

Hall Valley

Handcart

## Overview

Happy Meadows Campground is situated along the South Platte River near the
Eleven Mile Reservoir and Eleven Mile Canyon. Excellent fishing, tubing, and
hiking await visitors.  
  
Eleven Mile Canyon is rich in natural resources and historic significance.
Originally called Granite Canyon, the towering gray walls rise 500 feet above
the river.

## Recreation

World-class trout fishing is a major attraction on the South Platte. Visitors
can also venture to Florissant Fossil Beds to view fossils and petrified
redwoods. Eleven Mile Canyon and the Tarryall Valley offer scenic drives with
impressive views.

## Facilities

World-class trout fishing is a major attraction on the South Platte. Visitors
can also venture to Florissant Fossil Beds to view fossils and petrified
redwoods. Eleven Mile Canyon and the Tarryall Valley offer scenic drives with
impressive views.

## Natural Features

Campsites are a short walk to the lovely South Platte, a major tributary of
the Platte River that runs through Colorado and Nebraska. As part of Pike
Forest, Happy Meadows enjoys abundant and varied wildlife, seven peaks above
14,000 feet, called fourteeners, and miles of great trails.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

The town of Lake George is just 3 miles away, offering a general store, fish
tackle and bait shop, and cabin rentals.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Happy Meadows Campground is situated along the South Platte River near the Eleven Mile Reservoir and Eleven Mile Canyon. Excellent fishing, tubing, and hiking await visitors. 
<br/><br/>
Eleven Mile Canyon is rich in natural resources and historic significance. Originally called Granite Canyon, the towering gray walls rise 500 feet above the river.<h2>Recreation</h2>
World-class trout fishing is a major attraction on the South Platte. Visitors can also venture to Florissant Fossil Beds to view fossils and petrified redwoods. Eleven Mile Canyon and the Tarryall Valley offer scenic drives with impressive views.<h2>Facilities</h2>
World-class trout fishing is a major attraction on the South Platte. Visitors can also venture to Florissant Fossil Beds to view fossils and petrified redwoods. Eleven Mile Canyon and the Tarryall Valley offer scenic drives with impressive views.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites are a short walk to the lovely South Platte, a major tributary of the Platte River that runs through Colorado and Nebraska. As part of Pike Forest, Happy Meadows enjoys abundant and varied wildlife, seven peaks above 14,000 feet, called fourteeners, and miles of great trails.
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The town of Lake George is just 3 miles away, offering a general store, fish tackle and bait shop, and cabin rentals.
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Happy Meadows

Happy Meadows Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>
<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Hayden Creek

## Overview

Horseshoe Campground sits along its namesake creek near a grassy meadow among
aspen, Engelmann spruce and Bristlecone pines in the San Isabel National
Forest. Trees provide good privacy between campsites, which are located at the
base of Sheep Mountain.

## Recreation

Visitors enjoy the Limber Grove Trail, a 3-mile mountainside path that winds
through 1,000-year-old limber pine with gigantic twisted trunks. Fishing or
wading in Horseshoe Creek are also popular pastimes.

## Facilities

Visitors enjoy the Limber Grove Trail, a 3-mile mountainside path that winds
through 1,000-year-old limber pine with gigantic twisted trunks. Fishing or
wading in Horseshoe Creek are also popular pastimes.

## Natural Features

Hikers looking for the thrill of "fourteeners," the term for mountain peaks
above 14,000 feet, will find Horseshoe Campground to be an ideal location to
camp. The primitive campground is located near Mount Sherman, Lincoln, Bross
and Democrat - all impressive peaks for avid hikers. At elevation 10,600 feet,
it's not hard to find fantastic mountain views.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

The nearest town is Fairplay, Colorado, a historic gold mining settlement of
the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. The town has an open air museum that sets that helps
recreate the life and times of the 19th century gold rush era.  
  
The nearby County Route 18 marks the Horseshoe/Fourmile Historic Auto Tour.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Horseshoe Campground sits along its namesake creek near a grassy meadow among aspen, Engelmann spruce and Bristlecone pines in the San Isabel National Forest. Trees provide good privacy between campsites, which are located at the base of Sheep Mountain. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Visitors enjoy the Limber Grove Trail, a 3-mile mountainside path that winds through 1,000-year-old limber pine with gigantic twisted trunks. Fishing or wading in Horseshoe Creek are also popular pastimes. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Visitors enjoy the Limber Grove Trail, a 3-mile mountainside path that winds through 1,000-year-old limber pine with gigantic twisted trunks. Fishing or wading in Horseshoe Creek are also popular pastimes. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Hikers looking for the thrill of "fourteeners," the term for mountain peaks above 14,000 feet, will find Horseshoe Campground to be an ideal location to camp. The primitive campground is located near Mount Sherman, Lincoln, Bross and Democrat - all impressive peaks for avid hikers. At elevation 10,600 feet, it's not hard to find fantastic mountain views. 
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The nearest town is Fairplay, Colorado, a historic gold mining settlement of the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. The town has an open air museum that sets that helps recreate the life and times of the 19th century gold rush era. 
<br/><br/>
The nearby County Route 18 marks the Horseshoe/Fourmile Historic Auto Tour.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

Horseshoe Campground

## Overview

Please Note: Must be in possession of a horse in order to camp in the
equestrian campground.

The Indian Creek Equestrian Campground is an ideal camping site for avid
horseback riders looking to explore the Indian Creek Equestrian Trail. The
area provides a pleasant atmosphere plus nearby access to the Rampart Range, a
well known off-highway vehicle riding area. The area boasts wildlife like mule
deer, turkey, elk and black bears. The Roxborough State Park is located to the
northeast of the campground as has a reputation for its dramatic red-rock
formations.

## Recreation

The Indian Creek Trail, which is also called the Bear Creek Trail, is a loop
trail that extends for 14 miles. In addition to horseback riders, mountain
bikers and hikers also enjoy taking on the scenic journey.

## Facilities

The Indian Creek Trail, which is also called the Bear Creek Trail, is a loop
trail that extends for 14 miles. In addition to horseback riders, mountain
bikers and hikers also enjoy taking on the scenic journey.

## Natural Features

Campsites sit among a mix of trees that provide both shade and sun throughout
the day. These include Ponderosa pine, Gamble oak, Douglas fir, aspen and
spruce.  
  
Pike-San Isabel National Forests include over a million acres of wilderness
and over half of Colorado's mountain peaks that reach above 14,000 feet in
altitude.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Please Note: Must be in possession of a horse in order to camp in the equestrian campground.</p>

<p>The Indian Creek Equestrian Campground is an ideal camping site for avid horseback riders looking to explore the Indian Creek Equestrian Trail. The area provides a pleasant atmosphere plus nearby access to the Rampart Range, a well known off-highway vehicle riding area.   The area boasts wildlife like mule deer, turkey, elk and black bears. The Roxborough State Park is located to the northeast of the campground as has a reputation for its dramatic red-rock formations.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Indian Creek Trail, which is also called the Bear Creek Trail, is a loop trail that extends for 14 miles. In addition to horseback riders, mountain bikers and hikers also enjoy taking on the scenic journey. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The Indian Creek Trail, which is also called the Bear Creek Trail, is a loop trail that extends for 14 miles. In addition to horseback riders, mountain bikers and hikers also enjoy taking on the scenic journey. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites sit among a mix of trees that provide both shade and sun throughout the day. These include Ponderosa pine, Gamble oak, Douglas fir, aspen and spruce. 
<br/><br/>
Pike-San Isabel National Forests include over a million acres of wilderness and over half of Colorado's mountain peaks that reach above 14,000 feet in altitude. 
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

INDIAN CREEK EQUESTRIAN CAMPGROUND

Indian Creek Equestrian Campground

Iron City

## Overview

Campers looking for a pleasant fishing destination with great mountain views
will enjoy camping at Jefferson Creek. The campground is located a short drive
or hike from Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest elevation lakes
around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by steep 12,000 foot peaks.  
  
Fishing in both the creek and lake offer promising catches of trout. Another
noteworthy aspect of the campground is its access to the Colorado Trail.

## Recreation

Two trails can be accessed near the campground. The best hiking, biking and
horseback riding experience is on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail
that extends from Denver to Durango. The other is the West Jefferson Loop
Trail, a foot path that extends for 11 miles to the Continental Divide.  
  
Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek
and lake. Motorized boating is allowed in Jefferson Lake, but it is a no-wake
lake.

## Facilities

Two trails can be accessed near the campground. The best hiking, biking and
horseback riding experience is on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail
that extends from Denver to Durango. The other is the West Jefferson Loop
Trail, a foot path that extends for 11 miles to the Continental Divide.  
  
Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek
and lake. Motorized boating is allowed in Jefferson Lake, but it is a no-wake
lake.

## Natural Features

Jefferson Creek Campground extends along a ridge looking over Jefferson Creek.
The high elevation campground sits at 10,100 feet altitude with surroundings
of mixed conifers. It is a mile from Jefferson Lake, a182-acre lake with deep,
cold waters that freezes over in winter.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors enjoy Fairplay, Colorado, a ghost town that was once a frontier boom
town. The South Park City Museum contains 34 authentic buildings with 60,000
artifacts.

## Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start
date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival
will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including
tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid
and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not
cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled
arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day
following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate,
taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile
within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued
after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the
original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for
refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with
the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility
manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact
information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Campers looking for a pleasant fishing destination with great mountain views will enjoy camping at Jefferson Creek. The campground is located a short drive or hike from Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest elevation lakes around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by steep 12,000 foot peaks. 
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Fishing in both the creek and lake offer promising catches of trout. Another noteworthy aspect of the campground is its access to the Colorado Trail. <h2>Recreation</h2>
Two trails can be accessed near the campground. The best hiking, biking and horseback riding experience is on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail that extends from Denver to Durango. The other is the West Jefferson Loop Trail, a foot path that extends for 11 miles to the Continental Divide. 
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Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek and lake. Motorized boating is allowed in Jefferson Lake, but it is a no-wake lake.  <h2>Facilities</h2>
Two trails can be accessed near the campground. The best hiking, biking and horseback riding experience is on the epic Colorado Trail, a 471-mile trail that extends from Denver to Durango. The other is the West Jefferson Loop Trail, a foot path that extends for 11 miles to the Continental Divide. 
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Rainbow, brown, mackinaw and brook trout can be found swimming in the creek and lake. Motorized boating is allowed in Jefferson Lake, but it is a no-wake lake.  <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Jefferson Creek Campground extends along a ridge looking over Jefferson Creek. The high elevation campground sits at 10,100 feet altitude with surroundings of mixed conifers.
It is a mile from Jefferson Lake, a182-acre lake with deep, cold waters that freezes over in winter. 
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors enjoy Fairplay, Colorado, a ghost town that was once a frontier boom town. The South Park City Museum contains 34 authentic buildings with 60,000 artifacts.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Cancellations</p>
<p>Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. </p>

<p>A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.</p>

<p>Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</p>

<p>No-Shows</p>
<p>A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.</p>

<p>No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.  </p>

<p>Refunds</p>
<p>Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.</p>

<p>Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.</p>

<p>For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. </p>

<p>In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.</p>

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