About Purgatoire Campground
Number of accommodations: 13
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (119)
What Guests Are Saying
Purgatoire Campground is praised for its peaceful, remote setting and beautiful natural surroundings, making it a favorite among campers. The camp host, Mark, receives consistent commendation for his attentiveness and cleanliness of the facilities. While the road can be rough and some sites are not suited for larger RVs, the overall camping experience is described as wonderful, with access to great hiking and fishing opportunities.
What Guests Are Saying
Purgatoire Campground is praised for its peaceful, remote setting and beautiful natural surroundings, making it a favorite among campers. The camp host, Mark, receives consistent commendation for his attentiveness and cleanliness of the facilities. While the road can be rough and some sites are not suited for larger RVs, the overall camping experience is described as wonderful, with access to great hiking and fishing opportunities.
Review Summary
Stephen C
VerifiedNovember 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Very quiet with only a few neighbors. Road was rough getting in, but just take it slow. Did have a bear in camp the previous visit, but no signs on this trip. One of my favorite spots to camp heading into and out of Colorado
Stephen C
VerifiedNovember 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Very quiet with only a few neighbors. Road was rough getting in, but just take it slow. Did have a bear in camp the previous visit, but no signs on this trip. One of my favorite spots to camp heading into and out of Colorado
Frances C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Our favorite place to camp, primitive, but manageable. Not a good place for large RVs.
Frances C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Best site so far for small RVs. Primitive but so beautiful.
Frances C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Our favorite place to camp, primitive, but manageable. Not a good place for large RVs.
Frances C
VerifiedOctober 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Best site so far for small RVs. Primitive but so beautiful.
Sean K
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Mark, the camp host is awesome. The campground is a gem with access to a nearby trailhead, no side by sides allowed, and nearby to some lakes.
Sean K
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Mark, the camp host is awesome. The campground is a gem with access to a nearby trailhead, no side by sides allowed, and nearby to some lakes.
Marie S
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PURGATOIRE
We had a wonderful camping experience.
Beautiful campsite.
We love the purgatory campground.
The campground host Mark was extremely conscientious and really keeps the bathrooms & campsites clean.
Marie S
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PURGATOIRE
We had a wonderful camping experience.
Beautiful campsite.
We love the purgatory campground.
The campground host Mark was extremely conscientious and really keeps the bathrooms & campsites clean.
Location Purgatoire Campground
Address:
San Carlos Ranger District, 3028 East Main Street
Canon City, CO, 81212
United States
From La Veta, Colorado, take State Route 12 south for 25.3 miles to Purgatoire campground sign. Turn right onto gravel Route 34. Go 0.2 miles to "T" intersection. Turn right and drive 4 miles on rough gravel road to campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.2525 / -105.109
Elevation: 2959 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- For real-time information, contact the San Carlos Ranger District at (719) 269-8500.
Site capacity
- Campsite capacity is limited to 8 people, with options for 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 RV.
Wildlife & food storage
- Secure food and cooking utensils to prevent bear encounters and maintain cleanliness.
- Only certified weed-free hay and feed pellets are allowed.
Safety & rules
- Fireworks and firearms are strictly prohibited in the campground.
Site types & loops
- Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
General
- For more information on the Pike and San Isabel National Forests, click here
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Fees & deposits
- The camping fee covers 2 vehicles; an extra fee of $10 applies for additional vehicles.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
