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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
Upcoming seasons
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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

LuAnn H

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 025, Loop: LAKE

5

The campground hosts and management were wonderful this season! They were friendly, helpful and quickly resolved issues (i.e. loose dogs). The campground, camp sites and toilets were always very clean. After our experience at La Vista 2 years ago, we didn't think we would ever camp there again. Now we are glad we did.

LuAnn H

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 025, Loop: LAKE

5

The campground hosts and management were wonderful this season! They were friendly, helpful and quickly resolved issues (i.e. loose dogs). The campground, camp sites and toilets were always very clean. After our experience at La Vista 2 years ago, we didn't think we would ever camp there again. Now we are glad we did.

Kelly G

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: 021, Loop: LAKE

1

Bathroom’s were never cleaned. It was gross and disgusting to sit down to potty. Camp host are lazy. they don’t deserve a paycheck.

Kelly G

Verified

July 10, 2024 Stayed at: 021, Loop: LAKE

1

Bathroom’s were never cleaned. It was gross and disgusting to sit down to potty. Camp host are lazy. they don’t deserve a paycheck.

Jeffrey E

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: VIST

5

Great site especially #6. Will be back.

Jeffrey E

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: 006, Loop: VIST

5

Great site especially #6. Will be back.

Christine R

Verified

July 7, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: VIST

5

We had a wonderful 4 day visit at Lake Isabel. Our campsite looked great. We enjoyed camping, fishing, and hiking. We saw many deer which was a treat.
I was sorry to see that the general store and restaurant was closed and up for sale.

Annie W

Verified

July 7, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: LAKE

5

This site is flat with good shade. The one next to it has better views of the lake. There is no cell service. The description of the electric sites say they have 15 A electric service, there is actually 30 A at every pedestal.

Christine R

Verified

July 7, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: VIST

5

We had a wonderful 4 day visit at Lake Isabel. Our campsite looked great. We enjoyed camping, fishing, and hiking. We saw many deer which was a treat.
I was sorry to see that the general store and restaurant was closed and up for sale.

Annie W

Verified

July 7, 2024 Stayed at: 016, Loop: LAKE

5

This site is flat with good shade. The one next to it has better views of the lake. There is no cell service. The description of the electric sites say they have 15 A electric service, there is actually 30 A at every pedestal.

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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