LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL

Available sites

22 total sites

About La Vista Campground - Lake Isabel

La Vista Campground is situated in a meadow overlooking the west side of the 40-acre Lake Isabel. It is set along the Frontier Pathways and Historic Byway in the Wet Mountains along one of the Colorado Birding Trails. Lake Isabel is one of the few lakes in Colorado developed purely for recreation purposes. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the lake attracts many campers who come to hike, canoe, fish and spend time bird watching. St. Charles Creek flows near the campground and offers additional fishing opportunities.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Birding

Birding

Year-round
Canoeing

Canoeing

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently closed

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

22 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 001, Loop: VIST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 002, Loop: VIST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 003, Loop: VIST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 004, Loop: VIST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 005, Loop: VIST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 006, Loop: VIST Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 008, Loop: WALKIN 1 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 009, Loop: WALKIN 1 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 010, Loop: WALKIN 1 Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 011, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 016, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (290)

Review Summary

4.6
290 reviews
5
73.8%
214
4
15.5%
45
3
5.9%
17
2
3.4%
10
1
1.4%
4

Michael S

Verified

May 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LAKE

5

Tyler M

Verified

October 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: VIST

5

Amazing campground with super clean bathrooms. Wish I could park closer to site but knew that when I booked it!

Tyler M

Verified

October 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: VIST

5

Amazing campground with super clean bathrooms. Wish I could park closer to site but knew that when I booked it!

Daniel B

Verified

September 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LAKE

5

Sure 15 is a very spacious pull through with views of both the lake and the mountains. Clean ports potties are nearby.

Daniel B

Verified

September 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LAKE

5

Sure 15 is a very spacious pull through with views of both the lake and the mountains. Clean ports potties are nearby.

Aven G

Verified

August 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: VIST

5

Beautiful spot. Campgrounds #1-#4 are nice and secluded with lots of trees for shade and hammocking. Just a short ride to the lake Isabel and bishops castle! Great spot.

Aven G

Verified

August 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: VIST

5

Beautiful spot. Campgrounds #1-#4 are nice and secluded with lots of trees for shade and hammocking. Just a short ride to the lake Isabel and bishops castle! Great spot.

Deb A

Verified

August 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: LAKE

5

We enjoy La Vista Campground because it is only an hour away from home so it is an easy escape to the wilderness with a beautiful lake to enjoy an early morning kayak. We usually go to Colorado City to enjoy a tasty lunch at Three Sisters.

Deb A

Verified

August 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: LAKE

5

We enjoy La Vista Campground because it is only an hour away from home so it is an easy escape to the wilderness with a beautiful lake to enjoy an early morning kayak. We usually go to Colorado City to enjoy a tasty lunch at Three Sisters.

Salvatore M

Verified

July 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: VIST

5

Site was clean and exceptionally quiet. Having an actual toilet while camping was a welcome addition, it was clean and stocked with good TP 10/10 would poop there again.

Location & Directions for La Vista Campground - Lake Isabel

San Carlos Ranger District, Canon City, CO 81212 United States

Elevation: 2,616 ft

Getting There

From Pueblo, go 25 mi south on Interstate 25 to exit 74. Drive west 18 mi on State Highway 165. Turn into the main entrance at Lake Isabel Recreation Area, then turn right into the first campground on the right (about 1.3 mi).

Nearest town

Canon City, CO - 49 mi

About over 1 hr (69 min) to downtown

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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