About Purgatoire Campground
Number of accommodations: 13
Seasonal information
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
Melissa N
VerifiedJuly 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Beautiful campground. Clean bathrooms. The road wasn’t bad for a dirt road. I had no trouble towing my pop up.
Melissa N
VerifiedJuly 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Beautiful campground. Clean bathrooms. The road wasn’t bad for a dirt road. I had no trouble towing my pop up.
Randy S
VerifiedJuly 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: PURGATOIRE
The area was remote and peaceful. Host was polite and helpful. My site was amazing!
Randy S
VerifiedJuly 16, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: PURGATOIRE
The area was remote and peaceful. Host was polite and helpful. My site was amazing!
Janet R
VerifiedJuly 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Very nice wooded campsite, but toilet fairly far away. Bear-proof cabinet nice, but pack-in, pack out not so good. Some sites don't have areas for larger-sized tents. Extremely windy while we were there, not sure if that is often the case.
Janet R
VerifiedJuly 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Very nice wooded campsite, but toilet fairly far away. Bear-proof cabinet nice, but pack-in, pack out not so good. Some sites don't have areas for larger-sized tents. Extremely windy while we were there, not sure if that is often the case.
Federico M
VerifiedJune 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Nice place
Federico M
VerifiedJune 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Nice place
Melody W
VerifiedJune 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
The campground is remote and nestled at the base of the mountain. The deer watches us from across the meadow every evening. The campers were all quiet and respectful. The hike was magnificent, wild flowers, waterfalls and a lake. Fishing in the Purgatoir river was not successful due to many branches in the water. North Lake is 15 minutes from the campground. This is a lovely campground to escape the hustle and enjoy nature to it's fullest. There is a water pump behind the bathrooms by the trailhead. You will need a container to tote the water because there is not a connection for a hose. We filled our tank up at the Monument Lake Resort for $6.00. There are bear proof trash cans for your kitchen waste. Mark, the host was very helpful. Space 9 has room for only one vehicle if you are in an RV.
Melody W
VerifiedJune 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
The campground is remote and nestled at the base of the mountain. The deer watches us from across the meadow every evening. The campers were all quiet and respectful. The hike was magnificent, wild flowers, waterfalls and a lake. Fishing in the Purgatoir river was not successful due to many branches in the water. North Lake is 15 minutes from the campground. This is a lovely campground to escape the hustle and enjoy nature to it's fullest. There is a water pump behind the bathrooms by the trailhead. You will need a container to tote the water because there is not a connection for a hose. We filled our tank up at the Monument Lake Resort for $6.00. There are bear proof trash cans for your kitchen waste. Mark, the host was very helpful. Space 9 has room for only one vehicle if you are in an RV.
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
