Spruce Group - Lake Isabel Near Canon City, CO

About Spruce Group - Lake Isabel

Spruce Group Campground, located in the Lake Isabel Recreation Area, is a great place to bring groups for picnicking and camping on the scenic Lake Isabel. The campground accommodates 50 guests for day-use and 40 guests for overnight camping. Some RVs can fit in the paved parking area for added convenience. Lake Isabel is one of the few lakes in Colorado developed purely for recreation purposes. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the lake attracts campers who enjoy hiking, canoeing, fishing and watching for wildlife. St. Charles Creek flows near the campground and offers additional opportunities for fishing.

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001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

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Pet Friendly
Paved
Driveway entry: Back-In

Site Details

Up to 40 guests

Hookup: No Hookups

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Surface: Paved

Driveway entry: Back-In

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Reviews

8 reviews

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Spruce Group - Lake Isabel is well-maintained and offers a beautiful, peaceful environment. Visitors appreciate the care put into the property. Overall, it provides a serene experience for guests.

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Sandra M

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September 11, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Well taken care of. Beautiful and peaceful.

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Sandra M

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September 11, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Well taken care of. Beautiful and peaceful.

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Brent d

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August 27, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Beautiful spot along the river at the end of the road, love coming here year after year.

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Brent d

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August 27, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Beautiful spot along the river at the end of the road, love coming here year after year.

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Sandra M

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September 15, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Beautiful surroundings. Very well kept. Camp host was a real delight and helpful. Nice please to rest and relax while enjoying nature.

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Sandra M

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September 15, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Beautiful surroundings. Very well kept. Camp host was a real delight and helpful. Nice please to rest and relax while enjoying nature.

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Anthony V

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June 23, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Great spot spread out along the upper most stretch of the road of camp sites. Great, clean amenities and fantastic friendly staff. We found our new annual go to for a large family trip.

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Anthony V

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June 23, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LAKE ISABEL SP

Great spot spread out along the upper most stretch of the road of camp sites. Great, clean amenities and fantastic friendly staff. We found our new annual go to for a large family trip.

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Location & Directions for Spruce Group - Lake Isabel

San Carlos Ranger District, Canon City, CO 81212 United States

Elevation: 3,003 ft

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Nearest town

Canon City, CO - 49 mi

About over 1 hr (70 min) to downtown

Near Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve

The closest entrance is: Great Sand Dunes Entrance Station

Approximate drive: 36.4 mi · over 1 hr (62 min)

Policies & Rules

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Be BEAR AWARE; please keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating
This is a high elevation facility, please use caution when traveling from lower elevations
No firearms or fireworks
Limited water available; no RV water hookups
For more information on 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.
Cell phone service may not work at this location.

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Ponderosa Group - Lake Isabel

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Ponderosa Group Campground, located near the sparkling 40-acre Lake Isabel, beckons large groups for picnicking and camping in the Lake Isabel Recreation Area. The campground accommodates 60 guests for overnight camping. Visitors can enjoy ent...

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St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel

Canon City, CO

Nestled among aspen and tall Douglas fir trees, St. Charles Campground is in a quiet part of the Lake Isabel Recreation Area. Located on the banks of St. Charles Creek, the campground is popular with campers who enjoy the sounds of water tumbling ...

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Southside Campground - Lake Isabel

Canon City, CO

Southside Campground is a small RV facility situated in the Wet Mountains by Lake Isabel. The popular recreation area offers a selection of hiking trails and great fishing and paddle boating on Lake Isabel. Lake Isabel was built by the Civilian...

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Population: 17,122

Nearby city: Pueblo, CO

Approx. 32 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 5,335 ft

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