About Southside Campground - Lake Isabel
Number of accommodations: 5
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Paddling
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (63)
What Guests Are Saying
Southside Campground at Lake Isabel offers a beautiful and clean location with friendly hosts who provide helpful information about local wildlife. Guests appreciate easy access to fishing and biking, contributing to a wonderful experience. While the campsite spacing can be tight, the overall ambiance remains peaceful and enjoyable.
What Guests Are Saying
Southside Campground at Lake Isabel offers a beautiful and clean location with friendly hosts who provide helpful information about local wildlife. Guests appreciate easy access to fishing and biking, contributing to a wonderful experience. While the campsite spacing can be tight, the overall ambiance remains peaceful and enjoyable.
Review Summary
Darcy J
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: LAKE
It was very a very peaceful spot. But make sure you have water because there is not any there!! We were told it was well water but never seen a water spiket? Cannot make a left turn with any vehicle. Not a biggie but alittle annoying! Very friendly check-in lady. And met a host from another area, also very friendly. Very affordable and super close to Bishop Castle.. a must see!!
Darcy J
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: LAKE
It was very a very peaceful spot. But make sure you have water because there is not any there!! We were told it was well water but never seen a water spiket? Cannot make a left turn with any vehicle. Not a biggie but alittle annoying! Very friendly check-in lady. And met a host from another area, also very friendly. Very affordable and super close to Bishop Castle.. a must see!!
Darcy J
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: LAKE
It was very a very peaceful spot. But make sure you have water because there is not any there!! We were told it was well water but never seen a water spiket? Cannot make a left turn with any vehicle. Not a biggie but alittle annoying! Very friendly check-in lady. And met a host from another area, also very friendly. Very affordable and super close to Bishop Castle.. a must see!!
Maureen S
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: LAKE
Campsites are extremely close together. Cannot have a fire in fire ring because it’s too close to neighbors car or trailer. This campground should be re-done… maybe only have 5 sites here. We will not go back.
Maureen S
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: LAKE
Campsites are extremely close together. Cannot have a fire in fire ring because it’s too close to neighbors car or trailer. This campground should be re-done… maybe only have 5 sites here. We will not go back.
Maureen S
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: LAKE
Campsites are extremely close together. Cannot have a fire in fire ring because it’s too close to neighbors car or trailer. This campground should be re-done… maybe only have 5 sites here. We will not go back.
Sonny G
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: LAKE
Been coming here for 30+ years. Love it!
Sonny G
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: LAKE
Been coming here for 30+ years. Love it!
Sonny G
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: LAKE
Been coming here for 30+ years. Love it!
Maritza P
VerifiedJuly 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: LAKE
The campground is very narrow where we stayed. You’re basically camping on top of one another. The drive to the lake seemed lengthy, like 5 minutes.
Location Southside Campground - Lake Isabel
Address:
San Carlos Ranger District
Canon City, CO, 81212
United States
From Pueblo, drive 25 miles south on Interstate 25 to exit 74. Go west 18 miles on state Highway 165. Turn into the main entrance at Lake Isabel Recreation Area. The campground is the first within the recreation area on the left.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.9828 / -105.058
Elevation: 2610 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Real-time information is not available; contact the local Ranger District for inquiries.
Site capacity
- Maximum of 8 people per campsite with specific limits on tents and vehicles.
Vehicles & parking
- Vehicles longer than 30 feet may have difficulty navigating the campground.
Wildlife & food storage
- Store food properly to avoid attracting bears.
Safety & rules
- Exercise caution when traveling to this high elevation campground.
- Firearms and fireworks are prohibited on the campground.
General
- For more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests, click here
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood to prevent the spread of pests; obtain it locally.
Fees & deposits
- Two vehicles are included in the camping fee; additional vehicles incur a $10 fee.
Accessibility
- Cellphone service is unavailable at the campground.
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Last updated: May 20, 2026
