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
Wesley K
VerifiedNovember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Great campsite. Remote enough to be away from it all, but not too far from civilization. Site #02 couldn't have been more perfect, with steady sounds of the river, great relative privacy, and nice views. We had our 19ft travel trailer and it fit with aplomb. I will hit this campsite again, you can be sure.
Wesley K
VerifiedNovember 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Great campsite. Remote enough to be away from it all, but not too far from civilization. Site #02 couldn't have been more perfect, with steady sounds of the river, great relative privacy, and nice views. We had our 19ft travel trailer and it fit with aplomb. I will hit this campsite again, you can be sure.
Klaus B
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Great tent camping, listened to the creek at night and enjoyed all the trees and shade around us. There is hiking right from the grounds and most sites are well spaced apart from each other.
Klaus B
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Great tent camping, listened to the creek at night and enjoyed all the trees and shade around us. There is hiking right from the grounds and most sites are well spaced apart from each other.
Lynn R
VerifiedAugust 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Our host was very accommodating. The campsites and bathroom were clean. I have camped here before and will definitely be back.
Lynn R
VerifiedAugust 30, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Our host was very accommodating. The campsites and bathroom were clean. I have camped here before and will definitely be back.
Michael S
VerifiedAugust 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Beautiful for those of us that like rustic/natural campsites. Unfortunately I picked the monsoon season to be there, although very green also very muddy.
Bart V
VerifiedAugust 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: PURGATOIRE
This is a pretty remote and very quiet campground. Had a spot right on the river side. The valley trail is a beautiful hike through woods along the river and up to the headwaters. Even the blowdown areas from the recent storm are extremely interesting and the regrowth is something you don’t usually get to experience up close. (Handy to pick up a perfect walking stick everywhere as well). Clean toilets.
Michael S
VerifiedAugust 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Beautiful for those of us that like rustic/natural campsites. Unfortunately I picked the monsoon season to be there, although very green also very muddy.
Bart V
VerifiedAugust 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: PURGATOIRE
This is a pretty remote and very quiet campground. Had a spot right on the river side. The valley trail is a beautiful hike through woods along the river and up to the headwaters. Even the blowdown areas from the recent storm are extremely interesting and the regrowth is something you don’t usually get to experience up close. (Handy to pick up a perfect walking stick everywhere as well). Clean toilets.
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
