FATHER DYER
FATHER DYER
FATHER DYER
FATHER DYER
FATHER DYER

Available sites

23 total sites

About Father Dyer

Father Dyer Campground is situated on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in the shade of a lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest. The family-friendly campground is a popular summer destination for boating, hiking and fishing. The campground is named after Father John Lewis Dyer, one of the first Methodist ministers to tour Colorado's high country mining camps. For 20 years, beginning in 1862, he travelled the circuit encompassing Alma, Fairplay and Leadville, regularly skiing over the 13,186-foot Mosquito Pass on long, wooden skis.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Water Access

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  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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23 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 009, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 012, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 013, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 020, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: FATH RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through

Reviews (141)

What Guests Are Saying

Father Dyer campground is highly praised for its beautiful setting, friendly and helpful host Marsha, and well-maintained facilities, including exceptionally clean restrooms. Campers enjoy spacious sites with ample shade and proximity to the lake, making it ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing. However, there are notable concerns regarding the lack of water availability and some management inconsistencies, particularly regarding vehicle fees and restroom maintenance.

Review Summary

4.5
141 reviews
5
68.8%
97
4
20.6%
29
3
5.0%
7
2
2.8%
4
1
2.8%
4

Sarah R

Verified

September 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: FATH

4

Nice, clean campground with basic amenities. Our specific campsite was quite slopped and we slid several feet down our tent overnight 😂. It’s a bit of a walk, partly on a paved road to the day use area to play at the lake. I would camp there again.

Ryan B

Verified

September 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: FATH

4

Clean campsite. Tent pad was at a very slight angle, not completely level, but workable. Site is a short walk from the value toilets. Host was nice.

Kelsey B

Verified

August 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: FATH

5

Very nice spot. The camp area is about a 5 minute walk down to the lake. You get a pass to use the day/picnic area with your reservation which was great for being able to get our canoe in and out on the lake. Toilets were very clean and the camp host was very helpful and friendly.

Samantha W

Verified

August 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: FATH

4

This is a nice campground, plenty of shade and trees all around. Bathrooms very clean. The lake isn’t right there, about a 10 minute walk.

Lori M

Verified

August 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: FATH

5

Well maintained campground.

James T

Verified

August 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: FATH

5

very well kept

Robert K

Verified

August 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: FATH

5

One of best campgrounds we have camped in. Well designed, maintained and managed. Close to the lake and Leadville where we took in the Mineral Belt trail and the train.

Ken S

Verified

August 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: FATH

4

This is a beautiful campground with lots of tall trees, large sites and plenty of shade. The host was friendly and does an amazing job maintaining the campground and keeping it clean and tidy. It’s a great location to enjoy hiking, biking snd fishing. However, there was no water available in the campground and no RV dump station. The nearest place to get water and dump sewage is at the Leadville Sanitation District Station located next to the Mineral Loop trailhead about 6 mi away.

Bill S

Verified

August 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: FATH

2

Very poorly managed. The right hand did not know what the left hand was doing. Website and ranger station gave me different information. I missed my campout time because of this,

Elizabeth M

Verified

July 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: FATH

5

We had a beautiful campsite. The campground was clean and clearly well maintained. It was quiet and other campers were friendly and respectful. Marsha, the host, was so helpful and friendly. A very good camping experience!

Location & Directions for Father Dyer

Leadville Ranger District, Leadville, CO 80461 United States

Elevation: 3,024 ft

Getting There

From Leadville, Colorado, drive west on County Road 4 about 3 mi, turn right on County Road 9C and follow to Father Dyer Campground on the left.

Nearest town

Leadville, CO - 5.9 mi

About 12 min to downtown

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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