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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

Current season
Upcoming seasons
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Closed periods
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Feb
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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

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

48 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: BABY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: BABY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: BABY
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Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: BABY
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🚐 006, Loop: BABY
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Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: BABY
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Price not available
🚐 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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Price not available
🚐 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
No Hookups
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🚐 044, Loop: BABY
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🚐 045, Loop: BABY
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 046, Loop: BABY
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🚐 047, Loop: BABY
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Price not available
🚐 048, Loop: BABY
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🚐 049, Loop: BABY
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🚐 050, Loop: BABY
No Hookups
Price not available

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

Don C

Verified

June 18, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 013, Loop: BABY

5

Campground was very quiet and all facilities were well kept. If you needed anything from a store, Leadville was a short drive away. Lots of hike trails in the area.

Joyce R

Verified

June 18, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 045, Loop: BABY

5

Beautiful area - the camp hosts were amazing, nicest people we've ever had as hosts. They were never obtrusive, but were available and so helpful and kind!

Victoria E

Verified

June 15, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 041, Loop: BABY

5

The water needs to get turned on

Victoria E

Verified

June 15, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 041, Loop: BABY

5

The water needs to get turned on

Crisanne R

Verified

June 11, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 025, Loop: BABY

4

The camp host was wonderful! She gave us a map and showed us some great places to hike.
The lake is absolutely beautiful! The views are breathtaking.
My husband and I camped in a tent and the majority of the other campers there had large campers with loud generators that kind of took away the quietness of camping. But overall it was an enjoyable experience. I highly recommend camping anywhere on Turquoise lake!

Emily H

Verified

June 11, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 040, Loop: BABY

5

We stayed 6/8/21, our site was 040. It was a decently shaded spot, many choices to hang our hammock. We did not get direct sunlight beating down in this spot. Our spot was next to the restrooms but it did not bother us, restrooms very clean. Were able to ride our bikes to Turquoise Lake. T-Mobile had 5G, ATT 4G. We never saw camp host but we didn’t seek them out. Were never plagued by any particular insect, which was nice. Overall we plan to return hopefully next year. We reserved the site in late January 2021, and by then most spots were reserved already.

Crisanne R

Verified

June 11, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 025, Loop: BABY

4

The camp host was wonderful! She gave us a map and showed us some great places to hike.
The lake is absolutely beautiful! The views are breathtaking.
My husband and I camped in a tent and the majority of the other campers there had large campers with loud generators that kind of took away the quietness of camping. But overall it was an enjoyable experience. I highly recommend camping anywhere on Turquoise lake!

Emily H

Verified

June 11, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 040, Loop: BABY

5

We stayed 6/8/21, our site was 040. It was a decently shaded spot, many choices to hang our hammock. We did not get direct sunlight beating down in this spot. Our spot was next to the restrooms but it did not bother us, restrooms very clean. Were able to ride our bikes to Turquoise Lake. T-Mobile had 5G, ATT 4G. We never saw camp host but we didn’t seek them out. Were never plagued by any particular insect, which was nice. Overall we plan to return hopefully next year. We reserved the site in late January 2021, and by then most spots were reserved already.

Jamie W

Verified

June 10, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 008, Loop: BABY

5

Beautiful

Jamie W

Verified

June 10, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 008, Loop: BABY

5

Beautiful

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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