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
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
John S
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Site #2 is awesome! Your Site 3 neighbor is the camp host and there is only one other campsite nearby on the other side of the road. Lots of new Aspen clones sprouting up all around. Very private!
John S
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Site #2 is awesome! Your Site 3 neighbor is the camp host and there is only one other campsite nearby on the other side of the road. Lots of new Aspen clones sprouting up all around. Very private!
Micaela H
VerifiedJune 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Site was great, the parking space was a bit tight, but it worked great for a small camper. Access to the creek behind the site made it a beautiful location. The afternoon sun was brutal, so be prepared with an awning. Restroom was clean and camp host was very pleasant.
Micaela H
VerifiedJune 24, 2024 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Site was great, the parking space was a bit tight, but it worked great for a small camper. Access to the creek behind the site made it a beautiful location. The afternoon sun was brutal, so be prepared with an awning. Restroom was clean and camp host was very pleasant.
Robert H
VerifiedAugust 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Mark was a great host - he walked his rounds so that he could get to know the campers. My conversation with other campers confirmed my opinion. Great trail along a branch of the Purgatoire river just outside the campground.
Robert H
VerifiedAugust 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Mark was a great host - he walked his rounds so that he could get to know the campers. My conversation with other campers confirmed my opinion. Great trail along a branch of the Purgatoire river just outside the campground.
Sarita T
VerifiedAugust 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Just beautiful as always. The flies were awful. The campground was clean and the host was right beside us. Lock up your trash and food. There are bears.
Sarita T
VerifiedAugust 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Just beautiful as always. The flies were awful. The campground was clean and the host was right beside us. Lock up your trash and food. There are bears.
nick r
VerifiedJuly 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Private- remote- rustic-altitude- flies
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
