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
Matthew L
August 17, 2021
The river is magic. The campsites are only steps away from shady cool riverside hideaways to be in sync with nature. Keep driving that loose gravel road up and up, follow that river, and you will find peace in Purgatoire.
Matthew L
August 17, 2021
The river is magic. The campsites are only steps away from shady cool riverside hideaways to be in sync with nature. Keep driving that loose gravel road up and up, follow that river, and you will find peace in Purgatoire.
Glen K
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Great, out-of-the-way campground. Beautiful area, cool and quiet. Sites are quite rustic and could use some leveling, but are still quite functional. Don't tell anyone about this CG...it's our secret.
Glen K
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Great, out-of-the-way campground. Beautiful area, cool and quiet. Sites are quite rustic and could use some leveling, but are still quite functional. Don't tell anyone about this CG...it's our secret.
Daniel V
VerifiedJuly 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Fresh clean mountain Air, camp host was very friendly and helpful.
Our spot number 9 could use a good grading.
Daniel V
VerifiedJuly 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: PURGATOIRE
Fresh clean mountain Air, camp host was very friendly and helpful.
Our spot number 9 could use a good grading.
Kelsey W
June 7, 2021
It was great! Spot 18 had great shade and farther back lot for tents. Spot 12 is in the open field and was great for dogs. Well maintained. Very friendly camp host, he came around multiple times a day to check the toilets and stock them!
Kelsey W
June 7, 2021
It was great! Spot 18 had great shade and farther back lot for tents. Spot 12 is in the open field and was great for dogs. Well maintained. Very friendly camp host, he came around multiple times a day to check the toilets and stock them!
Carly J
VerifiedMay 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: PURGATOIRE
It was a beautiful location. The site was not too close to bathrooms. It was also on an incline, and there wasn’t a flat part of the site to camp a tent on. I hate sleeping at a slant, so FYI if you’re planning on setting up here in a tent.
Carly J
VerifiedMay 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: PURGATOIRE
It was a beautiful location. The site was not too close to bathrooms. It was also on an incline, and there wasn’t a flat part of the site to camp a tent on. I hate sleeping at a slant, so FYI if you’re planning on setting up here in a tent.
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
