Top Campgrounds near Lake City
Transfer Campground
Transfer Campground is situated about 11 miles north of Mancos, Colorado, within the San Juan National Forest. It is recognized for its proximity to numerous recreational trails in the area. The campground offers outdoor enthusiasts a great base f...
Kebler Corner RV Park, Campground & Cabins
Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area
The Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area, managed by the BLM, spans 600 acres in Slate River Valley near Crested Butte, CO, featuring a campground with 30 sites (12 for vehicles, 18 for tents, and a group site for 30). Amenities include vault toilets, fir...
Monarch Park
Monarch Park Campground is closed for renovations in 2024 and will reopen in 2025. It is located near Monarch Pass, offering family-friendly campsites by the South Fork Arkansas River and creek. Popular activities include hiking the Colorado/Conti...
Lottis Creek Campground
Lottis Creek Campground, situated at 8,600 feet in the Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, offers a scenic outdoor retreat by Lottis Creek. Recently remodeled and surrounded by lodgepole pines in Taylor River Canyon, it caters to...
Platoro Cabin 2
Platoro Cabin 2 is situated in downtown Platoro, Colorado, at an elevation of 10,000 feet within the Rio Grande National Forest. Originally built in 1963 for Forest Service crews, it served until the early 1990s. Today, it offers a retreat for gue...
Platoro Cabin 1
Platoro Cabin 1, situated in the mining town of Platoro, Colorado, at 10,000 feet elevation, was constructed in 1963 for Forest Service crews. Now, it serves as a retreat for guests looking for relaxation and outdoor activities in the Rio Grande N...
Brewery Creek Guard Station
Brewery Creek Guard Station, located at 9,500 feet in a wooded aspen grove, was built in 1935 for a forest ranger overseeing nearby districts. It sits south of the Continental Divide in the Rio Grande National Forest. Today, it serves as a cozy re...
Dunton Hot Springs
Echo Basin Cabin and RV Resort
From $60/night
Lakeview Gunnison
Lakeview Campground is situated at 9,400 feet on Taylor Park Reservoir. It offers fishing, boating, and numerous off-road and biking activities for visitors. The area is popular for its scenic outdoor recreational opportunities.
From $26/night
Naturita RV Park
From $25/night
Ohaver Lake
The Forest Service is seeking feedback on reserving sites at O'Haver Lake Campground through a brief survey. Located at 9,200 feet, the campground features 31 sites amid ponderosa pines and aspen, and is a popular weekend destination that often fi...
Angel of Shavano Group
Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area's best kept camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing. Reserva...
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Dolores River RV Resort
Bogan Flats Campground
Bogan Flats Campground is located along the Crystal River in a scenic valley surrounded by diverse trees, making it perfect for larger groups seeking recreation and relaxation. The campground features spacious sites with a mix of open and shaded a...
Cascade (Colorado)
Cascade Campground in Chaffee County, Colorado, is a popular site near Cascade Falls and a private hot springs resort, ideal for relaxation. It operates on a "first come, first served" basis, but availability is not guaranteed, especially on weeke...
Chalk Lake
Chalk Lake Campground is situated in Chaffee County, Colorado, near Chalk Lake and close to a hot springs resort, offering a great spot for relaxation. It operates on a "first come, first served" basis, but spots can fill up quickly, often startin...
Transfer Campground
Transfer Campground is situated about 11 miles north of Mancos, Colorado, within the San Juan National Forest. It is recognized for its proximity to numerous recreational trails in the area. The campground offers outdoor enthusiasts a great base f...
Kebler Corner RV Park, Campground & Cabins
Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area
The Oh Be Joyful Recreation Area, managed by the BLM, spans 600 acres in Slate River Valley near Crested Butte, CO, featuring a campground with 30 sites (12 for vehicles, 18 for tents, and a group site for 30). Amenities include vault toilets, fir...
Monarch Park
Monarch Park Campground is closed for renovations in 2024 and will reopen in 2025. It is located near Monarch Pass, offering family-friendly campsites by the South Fork Arkansas River and creek. Popular activities include hiking the Colorado/Conti...
Lottis Creek Campground
Lottis Creek Campground, situated at 8,600 feet in the Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, offers a scenic outdoor retreat by Lottis Creek. Recently remodeled and surrounded by lodgepole pines in Taylor River Canyon, it caters to...
Platoro Cabin 2
Platoro Cabin 2 is situated in downtown Platoro, Colorado, at an elevation of 10,000 feet within the Rio Grande National Forest. Originally built in 1963 for Forest Service crews, it served until the early 1990s. Today, it offers a retreat for gue...
Platoro Cabin 1
Platoro Cabin 1, situated in the mining town of Platoro, Colorado, at 10,000 feet elevation, was constructed in 1963 for Forest Service crews. Now, it serves as a retreat for guests looking for relaxation and outdoor activities in the Rio Grande N...
Brewery Creek Guard Station
Brewery Creek Guard Station, located at 9,500 feet in a wooded aspen grove, was built in 1935 for a forest ranger overseeing nearby districts. It sits south of the Continental Divide in the Rio Grande National Forest. Today, it serves as a cozy re...
Dunton Hot Springs
Echo Basin Cabin and RV Resort
From $60/night
Lakeview Gunnison
Lakeview Campground is situated at 9,400 feet on Taylor Park Reservoir. It offers fishing, boating, and numerous off-road and biking activities for visitors. The area is popular for its scenic outdoor recreational opportunities.
From $26/night
Naturita RV Park
From $25/night
Ohaver Lake
The Forest Service is seeking feedback on reserving sites at O'Haver Lake Campground through a brief survey. Located at 9,200 feet, the campground features 31 sites amid ponderosa pines and aspen, and is a popular weekend destination that often fi...
Angel of Shavano Group
Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area's best kept camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing. Reserva...
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Dolores River RV Resort
Bogan Flats Campground
Bogan Flats Campground is located along the Crystal River in a scenic valley surrounded by diverse trees, making it perfect for larger groups seeking recreation and relaxation. The campground features spacious sites with a mix of open and shaded a...
Cascade (Colorado)
Cascade Campground in Chaffee County, Colorado, is a popular site near Cascade Falls and a private hot springs resort, ideal for relaxation. It operates on a "first come, first served" basis, but availability is not guaranteed, especially on weeke...
Chalk Lake
Chalk Lake Campground is situated in Chaffee County, Colorado, near Chalk Lake and close to a hot springs resort, offering a great spot for relaxation. It operates on a "first come, first served" basis, but spots can fill up quickly, often startin...
Lake City, Colorado
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Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
We highly recommend making reservations in advance, especially during peak season (summer months and holidays). Popular destinations can book up weeks or even months ahead. Last-minute bookings may be available during off-peak times.
Essential items include a tent or RV, sleeping bags, cooking equipment, food and water, appropriate clothing for the weather, first aid kit, flashlight, and any specific gear for planned activities. Check the property's amenities to see what's provided and what you'll need to bring.
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