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
Terry T
June 4, 2025
This year I went online to renew the license for my boat, somehow I had missed an email asking us to review and confirm details on the vessel. So when I tried to renew I got a messgae saying missing information please call the Denver office to confirm the details.
I spent well over 12 hours on hold over 5 days trying to reach anyone! Not just in Denver but many other offices around the state. I was convinced there were no people at all anywhere manning telephones. As a last ditch effort I contacted the San Carlos Ranger office before heading out traveling to wherever I could find a Human.
My call was answered within minutes, a DOW officer informed me of the new regulation, verified my information and within 2 minutes my dilemma was solved!! Thank you!!!
Kevin J
VerifiedMay 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
thank you
Kevin J
VerifiedMay 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
thank you
Bert L
VerifiedAugust 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Always enjoy coming up here!
Bert L
VerifiedAugust 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Always enjoy coming up here!
Lynn A
VerifiedAugust 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
It was a beautiful area. The host, Mark, was so helpful and just a pleasure to talk to. It took a day to adjust to the altitude (9800 ft) but after that it was just wonderful.
Lynn A
VerifiedAugust 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
It was a beautiful area. The host, Mark, was so helpful and just a pleasure to talk to. It took a day to adjust to the altitude (9800 ft) but after that it was just wonderful.
Christopher R
VerifiedJuly 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
wonderful, somewhat remote, campground, next to great hiking and fishing!!
Christopher R
VerifiedJuly 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
wonderful, somewhat remote, campground, next to great hiking and fishing!!
hope V
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: PURGATOIRE
No phone, no lights, no internet, no kids acting like fools (at least on this past trip) just nature and quiet, plus the camp host was nice too. Thank you
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
