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Lodgepole (Jefferson Lake, Fairplay Colorado)

Lodgepole Campground
Lodgepole Campground

About Lodgepole (Jefferson Lake, Fairplay Colorado)

Lodgepole Campground is a creekside destination with incredible Colorado mountain views. The campground is located 3 miles south of Jefferson Lake, 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: 33

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 11

Rates, Sites & Availability

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33 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
015, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
016, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
021, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
026, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
027, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
028, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
029, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
033, Loop: LODGEPOLE
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (326)

What Guests Are Saying

Lodgepole Campground at Jefferson Lake, Fairplay, Colorado, is praised for its beautiful, peaceful setting, clean facilities, and friendly camp hosts. Visitors enjoy great fishing, hiking trails, and well-maintained campsites that offer privacy and shade. While some mention issues with camp host interactions and rough access roads, the overall experience is positive, making it a family favorite for repeat visits.

Review Summary

4.4
326 reviews
5
66.9%
218
4
16.0%
52
3
10.4%
34
2
4.3%
14
1
2.5%
8

Dale H

Verified

August 8, 2021 Stayed at: 029, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

Had to change sites and camp hosts were very helpful

Jessica S

Verified

August 8, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

The rest rooms were clean, and we weren't too far away from the lake. The site host family was very kind. A fire was prepped for us when we arrived!

Steven S

Verified

August 3, 2021 Stayed at: 022, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

Loved Lodgepole campground! The sites were large, big enough that we easily parked our small travel trailer and tow vehicle and still had room to set up a large Clam shelter over the picnic table. The hosts kept the site immaculate. Our site had just enough shade from the trees, and the entire campground was very quiet after dark. Jefferson Lake just up the road was stunning, and we enjoyed a day drive to Breckenridge over Boreas Pass. We’ll be back someday!

Steven S

Verified

August 3, 2021 Stayed at: 022, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

Loved Lodgepole campground! The sites were large, big enough that we easily parked our small travel trailer and tow vehicle and still had room to set up a large Clam shelter over the picnic table. The hosts kept the site immaculate. Our site had just enough shade from the trees, and the entire campground was very quiet after dark. Jefferson Lake just up the road was stunning, and we enjoyed a day drive to Breckenridge over Boreas Pass. We’ll be back someday!

Robert G

Verified

July 31, 2021 Stayed at: 033, Loop: LODGEPOLE

4

We stayed at Lodgepole #33 it is a nice site. However it rained hard our second night and the area around the fire pit turned into a huge mud puddle. Luckily we were not in #32. The drainage from the whole campground was flowing through it and it would have sucked.

Robert G

Verified

July 31, 2021 Stayed at: 033, Loop: LODGEPOLE

4

We stayed at Lodgepole #33 it is a nice site. However it rained hard our second night and the area around the fire pit turned into a huge mud puddle. Luckily we were not in #32. The drainage from the whole campground was flowing through it and it would have sucked.

Kathy W

Verified

July 30, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: LODGEPOLE

3

Misinformation on reservation website. Only allows weekday reservations and states that weekends are walk up sites. All sites were already reserved for all weekends upon arrival. 2 days travel each way for 4 days at campground

Kathy W

Verified

July 30, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: LODGEPOLE

3

Misinformation on reservation website. Only allows weekday reservations and states that weekends are walk up sites. All sites were already reserved for all weekends upon arrival. 2 days travel each way for 4 days at campground

Teagen B

Verified

July 28, 2021 Stayed at: 027, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

I had a wonderful stay here. The campground host was very friendly, and the toilets were clean and some of the least smelly I've been too.
When I arrived I did opt to change spots from my reserved one (#27) to another open one (#26 I believe) across the road with more shade. As someone else commented the inner circle campsites seem closer, but without being full I greatly enjoyed my spot there and felt I had plenty of privacy. From walking around the loop several times I'd say the outer loop campsites on the west side probably have the most shade. It's hard to tell from the map which side of the road campsites are on, and they don't follow a general rule like even numbers on the inside and odd on the outside. The campsites on the west end on the inner loop definitely have more visibility to each other than on the east end. There is a toilet on the east end on the outer loop, as well as one in the middle, again on the outer loop.

The campground had great access to the West Jefferson Trail, which leaves directly from the west end of the loop, and connects nicely with the Colorado Trail in either direction. Altogether I really enjoyed my stay!

Teagen B

Verified

July 28, 2021 Stayed at: 027, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

I had a wonderful stay here. The campground host was very friendly, and the toilets were clean and some of the least smelly I've been too.
When I arrived I did opt to change spots from my reserved one (#27) to another open one (#26 I believe) across the road with more shade. As someone else commented the inner circle campsites seem closer, but without being full I greatly enjoyed my spot there and felt I had plenty of privacy. From walking around the loop several times I'd say the outer loop campsites on the west side probably have the most shade. It's hard to tell from the map which side of the road campsites are on, and they don't follow a general rule like even numbers on the inside and odd on the outside. The campsites on the west end on the inner loop definitely have more visibility to each other than on the east end. There is a toilet on the east end on the outer loop, as well as one in the middle, again on the outer loop.

The campground had great access to the West Jefferson Trail, which leaves directly from the west end of the loop, and connects nicely with the Colorado Trail in either direction. Altogether I really enjoyed my stay!

Location Lodgepole (Jefferson Lake, Fairplay Colorado)

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

Highway access

Lodgepole is accessible via US Highway 285, located approximately 10 miles to the south. From US Highway 285, take County Road 35 north to reach the campground.

Latitude & Longitude: 39.4167 / -105.85

Elevation: 3025 feet

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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