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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (214)
What Guests Are Saying
May Queen campground is consistently praised for its beautiful and serene environment, well-maintained facilities, and responsive camp host, Dan, who ensures a safe experience, especially during emergencies. Many campers appreciate the spacious and private sites, clean amenities, and excellent fishing opportunities. However, some negative feedback includes issues with campsite accessibility, water availability, and challenges with refunds from the booking service. Overall, it remains a favored destination among visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
May Queen campground is consistently praised for its beautiful and serene environment, well-maintained facilities, and responsive camp host, Dan, who ensures a safe experience, especially during emergencies. Many campers appreciate the spacious and private sites, clean amenities, and excellent fishing opportunities. However, some negative feedback includes issues with campsite accessibility, water availability, and challenges with refunds from the booking service. Overall, it remains a favored destination among visitors.
Review Summary
Michael L
VerifiedJuly 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: MAY
Wonderful lake with stream flowing into the lake. The loop of campsites was not too big and we enjoyed the hiking and biking. There are first come first serve that were mostly empty during 4th of July weekend! About a third to half of the paid sites did not show as well which was nice but wish more people could enjoy the beautiful setting. Yes, we will be back.
Michael L
VerifiedJuly 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: MAY
Wonderful lake with stream flowing into the lake. The loop of campsites was not too big and we enjoyed the hiking and biking. There are first come first serve that were mostly empty during 4th of July weekend! About a third to half of the paid sites did not show as well which was nice but wish more people could enjoy the beautiful setting. Yes, we will be back.
Peter P
VerifiedJuly 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: MAY
Beautiful lake. We loved the trails along the shoreline. There's a nice waterfall less than a mile from the campground. Vault toilets were well-maintained and zero-odor. Our fellow campers were friendly and quiet. We all had a terrific time!
Peter P
VerifiedJuly 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: MAY
Beautiful lake. We loved the trails along the shoreline. There's a nice waterfall less than a mile from the campground. Vault toilets were well-maintained and zero-odor. Our fellow campers were friendly and quiet. We all had a terrific time!
valerie w
VerifiedJune 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: MAY
I have been camping here for several decades and it never fails to please. The campground host Don is very friendly and works hard to keep the campground clean, and the vault toilets smelling pretty. His effort is verymuch appreciated! My only complaint which no one can do anything about, is regarding the horrendous mosquito population which made sitting outside at dusk nigh impossible. I highly recommend a screened in tent so you and your family can enjoy being outside and not have to douse yourselves with DEET or get eaten alive!
valerie w
VerifiedJune 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: MAY
I have been camping here for several decades and it never fails to please. The campground host Don is very friendly and works hard to keep the campground clean, and the vault toilets smelling pretty. His effort is verymuch appreciated! My only complaint which no one can do anything about, is regarding the horrendous mosquito population which made sitting outside at dusk nigh impossible. I highly recommend a screened in tent so you and your family can enjoy being outside and not have to douse yourselves with DEET or get eaten alive!
James M
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: MAY
Beautiful quiet campsite. Well-kept bathrooms and very happy to see the water level so high.
James M
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: MAY
Beautiful quiet campsite. Well-kept bathrooms and very happy to see the water level so high.
Elizabeth M
VerifiedJune 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: MAY
The May Queen campground is a lovely little gem of the Turquoise Lake area. While we were there, the lake was in the process of filling from the winter runoff. The lake is a haven for fishermen/women. The lake trout consist of rainbows and browns, and we've been fortunate to catch some hefty trout that have over-wintered in the lake.
The May Queen campground has ~22 campsites and has dedicated sites for tent campers. For RV campers, only a few sites may accommodate a larger rig. The rest of the sites are perfect for smaller and medium-sized rigs. Make sure to bring water, as it has been many years since water has been available at this campground, and electricity has never been available. The vault toilets are always clean and well-maintained.
The May Queen campground is for campers that appreciate the great outdoors. It's tranquil, and the camp hosts have been very amenable through the years. This campground is above 10 ft, and the nights can be cold. It seems that we will always get an afternoon thunderstorm. There are hiking trails to explore, as well as the town of Leadville. We make it a point to visit the May Queen at least once a year and have been coming to the May Queen for about 20 years.
Elizabeth M
VerifiedJune 8, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: MAY
The May Queen campground is a lovely little gem of the Turquoise Lake area. While we were there, the lake was in the process of filling from the winter runoff. The lake is a haven for fishermen/women. The lake trout consist of rainbows and browns, and we've been fortunate to catch some hefty trout that have over-wintered in the lake.
The May Queen campground has ~22 campsites and has dedicated sites for tent campers. For RV campers, only a few sites may accommodate a larger rig. The rest of the sites are perfect for smaller and medium-sized rigs. Make sure to bring water, as it has been many years since water has been available at this campground, and electricity has never been available. The vault toilets are always clean and well-maintained.
The May Queen campground is for campers that appreciate the great outdoors. It's tranquil, and the camp hosts have been very amenable through the years. This campground is above 10 ft, and the nights can be cold. It seems that we will always get an afternoon thunderstorm. There are hiking trails to explore, as well as the town of Leadville. We make it a point to visit the May Queen at least once a year and have been coming to the May Queen for about 20 years.
Location & Directions for May Queen
Leadville Ranger District, Leadville, CO 80461 United States
Elevation: 3,023 ft
Getting There
From Leadville, Colorado, head west on County Road 4. Continue on the paved road about 9 mi to May Queen Campground on the right.
Highway access
The nearest major road is US Highway 24, located approximately 10 miles east of May Queen Campground.
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
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Last updated: October 18, 2026
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