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

Available sites

11 total sites

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)

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

Robert M

Verified

July 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LAKE

5

The sites were a bit on the small side. Definitely be careful what equipment you’re bringing. Otherwise it was amazing

Karen L

Verified

July 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: LAKE

5

Love this campground! It's small but there is lots of space between most campsites. We had reserved Sites #9 and #7 to make a four-day stay, but when #11 was open upon arrival, we changed to that site so we would not have to move after the first 2 nights. Perfect site with lots of open space and shade for our pups. There is also shade at most sites, but the direct sun during the day can be pretty hot! There are 2 pit toilets, clean and well stocked and many sites are right next to the roaring creek. The campground host, Sherri, was amazing! She was friendly but not intrusive, and cared about people's camping experience. We were there to escape week-long fireworks going on before the 4th of July and stayed until the 5th. Cisneros Trail is an easy walk from the campground, as are Lake Isabel, and the extensive Day-Use picnic area also running along the creek. None of these were crowded. Lots of places to walk the dogs. We plan on returning for sure.

Robert M

Verified

July 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LAKE

5

The sites were a bit on the small side. Definitely be careful what equipment you’re bringing. Otherwise it was amazing

Wayne M

Verified

July 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: LAKE

5

Sherry was the most hospitable camp host we’ve had the pleasure of meeting. We’re coming back!!!

Wayne M

Verified

July 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: LAKE

5

Sherry was the most hospitable camp host we’ve had the pleasure of meeting. We’re coming back!!!

Michael M

Verified

July 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: LAKE

5

Quiet campground. Great to be able to go to sleep with the sound of the St. Charles River right behind our RV. Lake Isabel offered good fishing & kayaking. Our site has plenty of shade & privacy. Bishops Castle is 20 mins down the road. Would book again.

Michael M

Verified

July 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: LAKE

5

Quiet campground. Great to be able to go to sleep with the sound of the St. Charles River right behind our RV. Lake Isabel offered good fishing & kayaking. Our site has plenty of shade & privacy. Bishops Castle is 20 mins down the road. Would book again.

Lars B

Verified

June 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LAKE

5

Very clean campground and a few recreational trails nearby.

Lars B

Verified

June 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: LAKE

5

Very clean campground and a few recreational trails nearby.

Glenn S

Verified

May 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: LAKE

4

Awesome visit.. I have been before and always have had great experience.. don’t camp here.. leaves more days open for me… just sayin…!!!!

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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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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