St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel

San Carlos Ranger District, Canon City, Colorado, United States
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ST CHARLES CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
ST CHARLES CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
ST CHARLES CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
ST CHARLES CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL
ST CHARLES CREEK AT CAMPGROUND - LAKE ISABEL

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
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Available sites

11 total sites
RV Sites 10 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 1 site Check Availability

About St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel

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 through the shaded boulders.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 007, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 010, Loop: LAKE Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 012, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: LAKE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (195)

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Review Summary

4.7
195 reviews
5
76.9%
150
4
17.9%
35
3
2.1%
4
2
2.1%
4
1
1.0%
2

ANN H

Verified

July 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: LAKE

5

Lots of shade, well maintained and a stream running by. Delightful!

Tom S

Verified

June 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LAKE

5

A wonderful scenic experience!

Tom S

Verified

June 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LAKE

5

A wonderful scenic experience!

Mike S

Verified

June 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: LAKE

5

Nice campsite, creekside

Mike S

Verified

June 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: LAKE

5

Nice campsite, creekside

Polly D

Verified

June 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: LAKE

5

Beautiful lake. Wonderful campground

Polly D

Verified

June 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: LAKE

5

Beautiful lake. Wonderful campground

Jim B

Verified

June 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: LAKE

5

The campground host kept everything clean. Nice campsites in a beautiful valley.

Jim B

Verified

June 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: LAKE

5

The campground host kept everything clean. Nice campsites in a beautiful valley.

Ed B

Verified

June 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: LAKE

5

The camp sites were very clean and well kept. The toilets also. The host was friendly and efficient. A lovely place to camp.

Location & Directions for St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel

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

Elevation: 2,634 ft

Getting There

From Pueblo, go 25 mi south on I-25 to exit 74. Drive west 18 mi on state Highway 165. Turn into the main entrance at Lake Isabel Recreation Area and drive to Forest Road 374, the second left. Follow signs to the campground.

Nearest town

Canon City, CO - 49 mi

About over 1 hr (69 min) to downtown

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Nearby destinations

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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