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Jefferson Creek

Jefferson Creek Campground
Jefferson Creek Campground

About Jefferson Creek

Campers looking for a pleasant fishing destination with great mountain views will enjoy camping at Jefferson Creek. The campground is located a short drive or hike from Jefferson Lake. The lake is one of the highest elevation lakes around, capping 10,685 feet elevation and bordered by steep 12,000 foot peaks. Fishing in both the creek and lake offer promising catches of trout. Another noteworthy aspect of the campground is its access to the Colorado Trail.

Number of accommodations: 16

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 15

Sites & Availability

16 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
013, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
014, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
015, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK
No Hookups
$24.00
/ per night

Reviews (108)

What Guests Are Saying

Jefferson Creek Campground is praised for its beautiful location, large campsites, and access to hiking trails, rivers, and Jefferson Lake, making it ideal for fishing and outdoor activities. Many reviews highlight the cleanliness of the facilities and the friendliness of the camp hosts. However, some guests noted challenges with the water availability and road conditions, indicating room for improvement. Overall, it remains a favored destination for campers.

Review Summary

4.4
108 reviews
5
63.9%
69
4
19.4%
21
3
10.2%
11
2
3.7%
4
1
2.8%
3

Carter G

Verified

July 6, 2025 Stayed at: 012, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

Lovely campgrounds, excellent camp hosts. The bathrooms were clean and sites very well maintained. Definitely will be back.

Ray E

Verified

July 4, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

The site at Jefferson Creek CG was beautiful, quiet and peaceful. Jefferson Lake was also beautiful and a great place to fish.

William M

Verified

July 3, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

Small (17 sites) and quiet campground. Just downhill from a lake with good fishing; lots of small stream fishing also.

Nancy M

Verified

July 2, 2025 Stayed at: 012, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

Nice small campground, super clean! Just wish the gravel roads would be paved or graded to remove the majority of rocks.

pam p

Verified

July 2, 2025 Stayed at: 008, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

3

Bathrooms were immaculate. Sites were very nice and not too close together.

However, the water situation was not good for us - folks in our 70's with bad shoulders. The water pump was hard to operate and unless you had a funnel, it was very challenging. Replace with Idaho pumps???

daniel d

Verified

June 30, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

great campsite - access to creek out the back of the site, connections to multiple trails from the campground, which were fantastic. pit toilets were pristine, campground well maintained and operated. very quick access to Jefferson Lake.

William M

Verified

June 29, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

Camp ground was very quiet and well maintained. Camp host was very friendly.

Jerry R

Verified

June 20, 2025 Stayed at: 010, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

4

Jefferson Creek is a lovely campground. It is very clean and well cared for. There is good spacing between sites and most have lots of trees.

Cassaundra L

Verified

June 15, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

Parking close to road but spacious campsite. Clean bathrooms. Kind host. Great location for fishing and adventuring with kids.

Taylor H

Verified

June 8, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: JEFFERSON CREEK

5

Outstanding camping experience! The place was beautiful with lots of wildlife. We saw a moose over at the Beaver Ponds Picnic area! The fishing and trails were so wonderful for my girls. The trail was perfect for the 2.5 year old, she did great on a short out and back. I didn’t expect a steep decline and creek at the base of campsite 16, but it wasn’t a problem, the kids were very good about staying away from the hill and playing in the wide open back field of the campsite - there was PLENTY of room for kicking a ball around and playing with other friends made at other sites nearby. We’ll definitely be back for more trails and fishing!

Location Jefferson Creek

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

Latitude & Longitude: 39.4369 / -105.861

Elevation: 3098 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Alert for Reservation Holders: There is a one-time fee of $11.00 to enter Jefferson Lake Recreation Area in which your campground is located. You will only have to pay this fee once for the duration of your stay. 
There is an Annual Pass available for purchase here. The fee for the 2025 calendar year pass is $100.00.

General

Please note it is difficult to access Jefferson Lake Recreation Area during the winter months; the roads to this site are not maintained for snow throughout the winter. County Road 37 is an unpaved gravel surface road that leads to the entrance of the area.

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

General

This is a high elevation facility, please use caution when traveling from lower elevations

General

No RV hookups are available. Also, No pay phones are available.

General

For more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests, click here

General

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.

General

The use, sale, and possession of all forms of cannabis in the United States is illegal under federal law on federal land.

General

Shooting of any type is prohibited in the campground and Jefferson Lake Recreation Area

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ATV's and off road vehicles are prohibited in the campground and Jefferson Lake Recreation Area

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Dogs must be on a leash or tethered at all times.

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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.

General

Check-out time is 12:00pm. Check-in time is 2:00pm

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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.

General

Firewood is available for sale at host site for $10.00/bundle.

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