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Horseshoe Campground

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About Horseshoe Campground

Horseshoe Campground sits along its namesake creek near a grassy meadow among aspen, Engelmann spruce and Bristlecone pines in the San Isabel National Forest. Trees provide good privacy between campsites, which are located at the base of Sheep Mountain.

Number of accommodations: 18

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 11

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking
Restrooms
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

18 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
009, Loop: HORSESHOE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
010, Loop: HORSESHOE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
011, Loop: HORSESHOE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
012, Loop: HORSESHOE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
015, Loop: HORSESHOE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available
018, Loop: HORSESHOE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: HORSESHOE
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (77)

What Guests Are Saying

Horseshoe Campground is praised for its beautiful setting, small size, and quiet atmosphere, making it a favorite for families and nature lovers. Many enjoyed the nearby hiking trails and found their camping experiences overall positive, despite some issues with mosquitoes and the occasional noisy neighbor. However, the absence of camp hosts during peak times raised concerns about site reservations and cleanliness of facilities.

Review Summary

4.0
77 reviews
5
42.9%
33
4
33.8%
26
3
11.7%
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2
7.8%
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3.9%
3

MELISSA B

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: 007, Loop: HORSESHOE

5

Beautiful campground and very quiet minus the occasional generator and chainsaw from camp host cutting firewood. Road is pretty rough in some spots. Dirt road with rocks & holes for the majority of the way to the campground from Hwy 285. We pulled a small camper with our pickup & it was fine. Sprint didn't get service, but Verizon did. Clean bathrooms although very smelly. Campground was very clean overall. Trailhead access from campground. We would definitely camp here again.

Samantha K

Verified

September 26, 2021 Stayed at: 006, Loop: HORSESHOE

4

Had a really great time. Loved the space of the spots. You could hike from the campground to various spots. My Sherman (14er) is just up the road if you want to get up early and do that. My only complaint is that there were people setting up in our campsite when we got there. Our name was clearly on the post, not sure if anyone would have actually checked either, the host presence was pretty absent.

Stephen M M

Verified

September 19, 2021 Stayed at: 013, Loop: HORSESHOE

4

Only complaint is that the manual water pump requires extreme effort to get water out.

Catherine D

Verified

September 15, 2021 Stayed at: 002, Loop: HORSESHOE

5

Good location, nice sized sites.

Michael M

Verified

September 14, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: HORSESHOE

3

Horseshoe campground is located in an area with nice surroundings; lots of trees. It seems to be well maintained, however, some of the sites require your trailer or camper to have extensive leveling and some parking spots are quite short. It is also a very rough drive to the campground; about 6 miles of rocky, washboard road, but once at the campground, it's very nice. There are fire rings with a grate and tables at each site, and one water pump. Again, a nice campground for basic, dry camping.

Elizabeth M

Verified

September 13, 2021 Stayed at: 002, Loop: HORSESHOE

5

Awesome camp site!! There are a few trailheads and 2 bathrooms.

Luther L

Verified

September 3, 2021 Stayed at: 004, Loop: HORSESHOE

5

We had never staryed at this campground, however it turned out to be a great experience. We were greeted by Ryan, with a big wave and a smile. He was very helpful and very pleasant, which is an important quality, I believe a campground attendant should possess.
We will defintely return. Nice facility, close to great trails and all activities in the area.

Lisa H

Verified

August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORSESHOE

4

Beautiful campground. Each site is surrounded by trees and fairly private. There is easy access to Mt. Sherman and to an old silver mine. The host, Ryan, is very friendly, helpful, and provided good information about local activities.

Ellen P

Verified

August 23, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORSESHOE

3

Our designated site had the bathroom and 3 dumpsters right next to it. You could smell the garbage. Luckily we were able to move to another site that was open due to a cancellation.
Do not ignore the bug warnings in these reviews. The mesquitos were really really bad. Tons of them. Even with strong bug spray, we were surrounded by them accept at night. They wouldn't land, but just hovered around you about an inch away. Very unpleasant. Host said it's pretty much like that in the entire valley "this time of year". Their source is a very pool of standing water in the camp ground, tucked away where you can't really see it.

Rachel B

Verified

August 15, 2021 Stayed at: 016, Loop: HORSESHOE

4

Great location. Great upkeep. Great nearby trails. Not great bug situation. I read prior reviews about the mosquitos before our trip, but didn't realize the extent of it. Bring a strong anti-mosquito game with you if you don't want to be inside of your tent/camper at the campsite.

Location Horseshoe Campground

Address:
P.O. Box 74
Lake George, CO, 80827
United States

Highway access

Horseshoe Campground is accessible via US Highway 24, which is approximately 20 miles to the east, connecting to Colorado Springs and Leadville.

Latitude & Longitude: 39.2017 / -106.086

Elevation: 3212 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Be bear aware; 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 RV hookups are available
  • 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. Firewood is available to purchase on site, depending on any fire ban. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • The use, sale, and possession of all forms of cannabis in the United States is illegal under federal law on federal lands.
  • ATV's and off road vehicles are prohibited in the campground
  • Shooting of any type is prohibited in the campground
  • Dogs must be on a leash or tethered at all times.
  • Reservations are available up to 5 days prior to arrival date. Sites not reserved 5 days before become ‘walk-up’ and are available on a ‘first come - first serve’ bases.
  • Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle. $11.00 fee for day use if not camping overnight.
  • Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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