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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
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🚐 012, Loop: LODGEPOLE
No Hookups
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🚐 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
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🚐 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%
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4
16.0%
52
3
10.4%
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2
4.3%
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1
2.5%
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Devon W

Verified

July 24, 2020 Stayed at: 031, Loop: LODGEPOLE

3

Site #31 is right next to the bathroom. Some may find it convenient, but we did not enjoy the smell or steady stream of foot traffic. Nice large site. One of the few that can accommodate a big rig.

Devon W

Verified

July 24, 2020 Stayed at: 031, Loop: LODGEPOLE

3

Site #31 is right next to the bathroom. Some may find it convenient, but we did not enjoy the smell or steady stream of foot traffic. Nice large site. One of the few that can accommodate a big rig.

Chris B

Verified

July 20, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: LODGEPOLE

4

Great location, relatively quiet campground. Close to fishing and paddle boarding!

Chris B

Verified

July 20, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: LODGEPOLE

4

Great location, relatively quiet campground. Close to fishing and paddle boarding!

Zoya C

Verified

July 19, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: LODGEPOLE

3

We really liked this camping, but we experienced some issues, which added the sadness to our short time off. In first, we lost more than an hour just because the host, as he said, didn't receive in time an information about our reservation, and he sold our site to somebody else. We had to wait until the host found a new place for that family. Then they had to pack everything and move. Also, I was wearing the mask every time when contacted the host, but he didn't wear it at all, and the distance between us was much less than 6 feet, probably 2-3 feet only. Finally, I was surprised with the way the host conducted himself. He was yelling very loud on our friends - tenants across the street. I think that even if they did something that he didn't agree with, he should not have been rude and erase his voice as much as he did.

Sean C

Verified

July 19, 2020 Stayed at: 021, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

Great campground! Very clean. All sites are flat, spacious and shaded. Great fire/grill pits. Very close to a lot of activities. The Lake is beautiful! We saw two moose - huge male and female.

Zoya C

Verified

July 19, 2020 Stayed at: 005, Loop: LODGEPOLE

3

We really liked this camping, but we experienced some issues, which added the sadness to our short time off. In first, we lost more than an hour just because the host, as he said, didn't receive in time an information about our reservation, and he sold our site to somebody else. We had to wait until the host found a new place for that family. Then they had to pack everything and move. Also, I was wearing the mask every time when contacted the host, but he didn't wear it at all, and the distance between us was much less than 6 feet, probably 2-3 feet only. Finally, I was surprised with the way the host conducted himself. He was yelling very loud on our friends - tenants across the street. I think that even if they did something that he didn't agree with, he should not have been rude and erase his voice as much as he did.

Sean C

Verified

July 19, 2020 Stayed at: 021, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

Great campground! Very clean. All sites are flat, spacious and shaded. Great fire/grill pits. Very close to a lot of activities. The Lake is beautiful! We saw two moose - huge male and female.

Lynn S

Verified

July 15, 2020 Stayed at: 028, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

Campground was great, shaded and surrounded by trees. Some campsites were pretty close but luckily everyone was quiet and respectful. If you get a site on the outside of the loop, you can pitch your tent pretty far back to get some privacy and be away from everyone. Very close to walking trail, and lake Jefferson up the road is breathtaking. Site 27 has an awesome area further back to pitch your tent away from everyone. Sites like 28 and 30 are flatter and wider, better for the big family tents to pitch right by the fire ring area. Can’t comment on the camp host as we never saw them and the reserved signs were never even updated, luckily no one took our reserved spot though. We’ll definitely be back.

Lynn S

Verified

July 15, 2020 Stayed at: 028, Loop: LODGEPOLE

5

Campground was great, shaded and surrounded by trees. Some campsites were pretty close but luckily everyone was quiet and respectful. If you get a site on the outside of the loop, you can pitch your tent pretty far back to get some privacy and be away from everyone. Very close to walking trail, and lake Jefferson up the road is breathtaking. Site 27 has an awesome area further back to pitch your tent away from everyone. Sites like 28 and 30 are flatter and wider, better for the big family tents to pitch right by the fire ring area. Can’t comment on the camp host as we never saw them and the reserved signs were never even updated, luckily no one took our reserved spot though. We’ll definitely be back.

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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