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Baby Doe

Baby Doe Campground
Baby Doe Campground, Entry sign
BABY DOE
Baby Doe Campground
BABY DOE, Site table and fire ring

About Baby Doe

Baby Doe Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in the shade of a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest. This family-friendly campground is a popular summer destination for boating, hiking and fishing. The campground was named for Elizabeth McCourt, whose nickname was Baby Doe. She made a name for herself in the Colorado mining community in the 19th century when she took on the rugged work of a miner.

Number of accommodations: 48

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 22 to Sep 6

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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48 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: BABY
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🚐 003, Loop: BABY
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🚐 004, Loop: BABY
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🚐 005, Loop: BABY
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🚐 006, Loop: BABY
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🚐 007, Loop: BABY
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🚐 008, Loop: BABY
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🚐 009, Loop: BABY
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🚐 010, Loop: BABY
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🚐 011, Loop: BABY
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🚐 012, Loop: BABY
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🚐 013, Loop: BABY
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🚐 014, Loop: BABY
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🚐 015, Loop: BABY
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🚐 016, Loop: BABY
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🚐 017, Loop: BABY
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🚐 018, Loop: BABY
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🚐 019, Loop: BABY
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🚐 020, Loop: BABY
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🚐 021, Loop: BABY
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🚐 022, Loop: BABY
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🚐 023, Loop: BABY
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🚐 024, Loop: BABY
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🚐 025, Loop: BABY
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🚐 026, Loop: BABY
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🚐 028, Loop: BABY
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🚐 029, Loop: BABY
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🚐 030, Loop: BABY
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🚐 031, Loop: BABY
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🚐 032, Loop: BABY
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🚐 033, Loop: BABY
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🚐 034, Loop: BABY
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🚐 035, Loop: BABY
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🚐 036, Loop: BABY
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🚐 037, Loop: BABY
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🚐 038, Loop: BABY
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🚐 039, Loop: BABY
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🚐 040, Loop: BABY
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🚐 041, Loop: BABY
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🚐 042, Loop: BABY
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🚐 043, Loop: BABY
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🚐 044, Loop: BABY
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🚐 045, Loop: BABY
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🚐 046, Loop: BABY
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🚐 047, Loop: BABY
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🚐 048, Loop: BABY
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🚐 049, Loop: BABY
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🚐 050, Loop: BABY
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Reviews (515)

What Guests Are Saying

Baby Doe campground is praised for its beautiful setting, cleanliness, and well-maintained facilities, making it a favorite for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors enjoy activities like fishing, hiking, and exploring nearby towns, with many expressing a desire to return. However, some concerns were noted about the close proximity of campsites and the lack of water supply, which has declined in recent years.

Review Summary

4.4
515 reviews
5
66.2%
341
4
18.3%
94
3
8.2%
42
2
5.4%
28
1
1.9%
10

Bryan M

Verified

June 20, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 007, Loop: BABY

5

The hosts were incredible! They’re so friendly and helpful. The bathrooms were fantastic! I have zero complaints!

Bryan M

Verified

June 20, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 007, Loop: BABY

5

The hosts were incredible! They’re so friendly and helpful. The bathrooms were fantastic! I have zero complaints!

Sarah J

Verified

June 11, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: BABY

5

We loved our camp hosts and the views were outstanding!!

Sarah J

Verified

June 11, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: BABY

5

We loved our camp hosts and the views were outstanding!!

Jeff S

Verified

June 8, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 038, Loop: BABY

5

Camp hosts were very friendly. Restrooms were extremely clean and stocked, couldn't ask for better.

Jeff S

Verified

June 8, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 038, Loop: BABY

5

Camp hosts were very friendly. Restrooms were extremely clean and stocked, couldn't ask for better.

Sherri W

Verified

June 8, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 009, Loop: BABY

5

Campsites are spread out in a treed environment, with easy access to Turquoise Lake. Our 5yo grandson’s favorite place!

Sherri W

June 8, 2023

5

Campsites are spread out in a treed environment, with easy access to Turquoise Lake. Our 5yo grandson’s favorite place!

Anthony M

Verified

June 6, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 029, Loop: BABY

5

This location was one of the best I have visited. The sites are large and perfect spacing. The bathrooms were clean and the camp hosts Tom and Madeline were awesome! They greeted us as we drove in and ensured we knew exactly where we need to go and provided a helpful information packet for the area. They were always available and I watched them provide assistance to the campers that required it. There were some new campers, which never created a campfire and Tom took the time to show them how to create a fire and provided much need safety knowledge to the children, two of the campers had electrical issues and Tom provided assistance by troubleshooting the wiring and providing a battery charger. I hope the next time I visit Baby Doe they are the hosts. We even provided some much need to green chili to Tom for being so kind and helpful. They are model camp hosts and should get recognized for their efforts.

Anthony M

Verified

June 6, 2023 β€’ Stayed at: 029, Loop: BABY

5

This location was one of the best I have visited. The sites are large and perfect spacing. The bathrooms were clean and the camp hosts Tom and Madeline were awesome! They greeted us as we drove in and ensured we knew exactly where we need to go and provided a helpful information packet for the area. They were always available and I watched them provide assistance to the campers that required it. There were some new campers, which never created a campfire and Tom took the time to show them how to create a fire and provided much need safety knowledge to the children, two of the campers had electrical issues and Tom provided assistance by troubleshooting the wiring and providing a battery charger. I hope the next time I visit Baby Doe they are the hosts. We even provided some much need to green chili to Tom for being so kind and helpful. They are model camp hosts and should get recognized for their efforts.

Location Baby Doe

Address:
Leadville Ranger District
Leadville, CO, 80461
United States

Highway access

The nearest major road is US Highway 24, which is approximately 10 miles east of Baby Doe Campground.

Latitude & Longitude: 39.2697 / -106.351

Elevation: 3022 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

Utilities

  • Water will not be available at the campground in 2026; please bring your own.
  • There are no hookups available at this campground.

Vehicles & parking

  • Each campsite reservation includes two vehicles; additional vehicles incur a fee of $11.00 per night.
  • OHVs, ATVs, and dirt bikes are prohibited in the campground.

Site capacity

  • A maximum of 8 people can occupy one campsite.
  • Each site can accommodate a maximum of 2 tents or 1 RV and 2 tents.

Pets

  • All dogs must be leashed at all times, including service and therapy dogs.

Safety & rules

  • Generators cannot be operated after designated hours.
  • The use of firearms and fireworks is prohibited.
  • Caution is advised when traveling to this high elevation facility.

Wildlife & food storage

  • Do not leave food unattended at your site; it should be locked inside your vehicle or RV to avoid attracting bears.

General

  • Click here for more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests

Fires & fuel

  • To prevent the spread of pests, obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site.
  • Firewood is available for purchase at the host site for $10.00 per bundle.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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