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About Purgatoire Campground
Number of accommodations: 13
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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- Potable Water
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Reviews (133)
What Guests Are Saying
Purgatoire Campground offers a serene and remote camping experience, surrounded by beautiful pine and aspen trees, and features well-maintained sites with bear-proof lockers and picnic tables. Mark, the camp host, is friendly and ensures cleanliness throughout the campground. While the vault toilets are a bit far and some sites may not accommodate larger RVs, the peaceful atmosphere, excellent hiking trails, and proximity to fishing and boating make it a highly enjoyable destination for nature lovers.
What Guests Are Saying
Purgatoire Campground offers a serene and remote camping experience, surrounded by beautiful pine and aspen trees, and features well-maintained sites with bear-proof lockers and picnic tables. Mark, the camp host, is friendly and ensures cleanliness throughout the campground. While the vault toilets are a bit far and some sites may not accommodate larger RVs, the peaceful atmosphere, excellent hiking trails, and proximity to fishing and boating make it a highly enjoyable destination for nature lovers.
Review Summary
Sheila F
VerifiedJune 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Nice and tucked away. Beautiful drive in. Equestrian spots not completely good for all campers with 2 slides. But we made it work. Can't wait to go back.
Seth g
VerifiedJune 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Campsite #4 was great. Near the river and with good space from other camp sites. It is near the camp host - however - there are trees between the sites that provide great privacy. It is also close - but not too close - to the bathrooms. It has a smaller parking spot, but worth it if you have a small trailer or rooftop tent. Overall the campground is clean, remote, and a great experience.
Nicole E
VerifiedJune 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: PURGATOIRE
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RODNEY H
VerifiedMay 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PURGATOIRE
We have camped here a half a dozen times and it is well worth the travel time to get here. CG is well maintained, remote but accessible and is super quiet. Lots of hiking, wildlife viewing and fishing for small brook trout. The spring brings out the birds and wildlife but the fall is the most gorgeous time of the year...aspens galore. Very comfortable camping
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.
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.
Elevation: 2959 feet
134 mi drive to downtown Canon City (about 2 hr 36 min)
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: September 5, 2026
