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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
LA VISTA CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL

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.

Number of accommodations: 22

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Birding

Canoeing

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Closed periods
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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 19

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
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
002, Loop: VIST
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
003, Loop: VIST
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
004, Loop: VIST
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
005, Loop: VIST
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
006, Loop: VIST
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
008, Loop: WALKIN 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
009, Loop: WALKIN 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
010, Loop: WALKIN 1
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: LAKE
Electric Only
Price not available

Reviews (276)

Review Summary

4.6
276 reviews
5
73.2%
202
4
15.9%
44
3
5.8%
16
2
3.6%
10
1
1.4%
4

DeAndre G

Verified

August 8, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: VIST

5

Camp Host are nice, area was quiet and secluded.

DeAndre G

Verified

August 8, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: VIST

5

Camp Host are nice, area was quiet and secluded.

Marcia S

Verified

August 4, 2022 Stayed at: 028, Loop: LAKE

5

Great campground close to the lake.

Marcia S

Verified

August 4, 2022 Stayed at: 028, Loop: LAKE

5

Great campground close to the lake.

Valerie N

Verified

July 28, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: VIST

5

Daughter, dog and I loved this picturesque campground. Beautiful picnic sites down by the creek that leads to the lake. Nice bear food lockers. We had to hike down a flight of stairs to our campsite but it was not a big deal. Very quiet.

Valerie N

Verified

July 28, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: VIST

5

Daughter, dog and I loved this picturesque campground. Beautiful picnic sites down by the creek that leads to the lake. Nice bear food lockers. We had to hike down a flight of stairs to our campsite but it was not a big deal. Very quiet.

LuAnn H

Verified

July 12, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: LAKE

3

Beautiful surroundings and good campsites. However, this year, the vault toilets poorly maintained. In previous years, campground management/hosts were always welcoming, friendly and helpful. That was not the case this year. Management never spoke to us. Some of them always looked crabby no matter what.

LuAnn H

Verified

July 12, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: LAKE

3

Beautiful surroundings and good campsites. However, this year, the vault toilets poorly maintained. In previous years, campground management/hosts were always welcoming, friendly and helpful. That was not the case this year. Management never spoke to us. Some of them always looked crabby no matter what.

Malgorzata T

Verified

July 11, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: VIST

3

The good: camp hosts were super nice and informative. Campsite was clean.

The bad: campsite 3 and 4 are not separated far enough and there’s little privacy between the camps. Choose campsite 1 or 2 instead. Contacting the camp host/ campground was nearly impossible prior to the trip and I had to call around 7 Different times before finally getting the correct person.

Overall I’m not sure if I would stay here again. This is a spot for people with large families and children. It’s loud and busy. Which is fine. But if that’s not what you’re looking for- look elsewhere.

Malgorzata T

Verified

July 11, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: VIST

3

The good: camp hosts were super nice and informative. Campsite was clean.

The bad: campsite 3 and 4 are not separated far enough and there’s little privacy between the camps. Choose campsite 1 or 2 instead. Contacting the camp host/ campground was nearly impossible prior to the trip and I had to call around 7 Different times before finally getting the correct person.

Overall I’m not sure if I would stay here again. This is a spot for people with large families and children. It’s loud and busy. Which is fine. But if that’s not what you’re looking for- look elsewhere.

Location La Vista Campground - Lake Isabel

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

Latitude & Longitude: 37.9844 / -105.059

Elevation: 2616 feet

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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