White Star

White Star Campground
White Star Campground Information Kiosk
WHITE STAR
White Star Campground water spigot 2
White Star Campground water spigot

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

49 total sites

RV Sites

46 sites

Tent Sites

3 sites

About White Star

Picturesque White Star Campground lies at the foot of Mt. Elbert, Colorado's highest peak, among fragrant ponderosa pines. The campground provides convenient access to Twin Lakes Reservoir for plenty of water recreation opportunities. It also works as a base camp for hikers and mountain bikers who love to explore nearby trails such the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and the Mount Elbert Trail.

Number of accommodations: 49

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 23 to Sep 7

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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.

49 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: SAGE RV
No Hookups
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🚐 002, Loop: SAGE RV
No Hookups
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🚐 003, Loop: SAGE RV
No Hookups
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🚐 004, Loop: SAGE RV
No Hookups
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🚐 005, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 006, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 007, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 008, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 009, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 010, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 011, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 012, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 013, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 014, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 015, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 016, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 017, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 018, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 019, Loop: SAGE RV
No Hookups
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🚐 020, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 021, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 022, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 023, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 024, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 025, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 026, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 027, Loop: SAGE RV
No Hookups
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🚐 028, Loop: SAGE RV
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🚐 046, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 047, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 048, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 049, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 050, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 051, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 052, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 053, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 054, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 055, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 056, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 057, Loop: VALL RV
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🚐 058, Loop: VALL RV
No Hookups
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🚐 059, Loop: VALL RV
No Hookups
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🚐 060, Loop: VALL RV
No Hookups
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🚐 061, Loop: VALL RV
No Hookups
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🚐 062, Loop: VALL RV
No Hookups
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063, Loop: VALL Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
064, Loop: VALL Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
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065, Loop: VALL Tent
8 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 066, Loop: VALL RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (680)

What Guests Are Saying

White Star Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, friendly camp hosts, and beautiful, well-maintained sites. Visitors enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, proximity to hiking trails, and stunning views, with many expressing a desire to return. While some noted noise from nearby roads and an increase in dog presence, these were minor concerns compared to the overall positive experience.

Review Summary

4.5
680 reviews
5
69.1%
470
4
16.9%
115
3
7.5%
51
2
4.4%
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Joe K

Verified

August 16, 2026 Stayed at: 017, Loop: SAGE

5

Clean, quiet, convenient.

Cindy P

Verified

August 15, 2026 Stayed at: 025, Loop: SAGE

3

It was full so we ended up with a pull through. Since we have a campervan, it was not the best. I did like the shady spots and being so close to the water

Sylvia S

Verified

August 14, 2026 Stayed at: 049, Loop: VALL

3

Reservations were clearly marked! Beautiful area near the Colorado and Continental divide trails. Level spots for our campervan. Good space between camp spots

Steve R

Verified

August 14, 2026 Stayed at: 058, Loop: VALL

5

Great place to stay.

Lindsay H

Verified

August 10, 2026 Stayed at: 055, Loop: VALL

5

LOVED this campsite! Great views and everyone in the area was very polite and quiet. Bathrooms were clean and a short walk from camp. No bear box but you can store items in your car responsibly. We used a 4-person tent and found a decently level spot large enough off to the left. Plenty of room for more if needed.

Joshua G

Verified

August 9, 2026 Stayed at: 065, Loop: VALL

5

Very secluded space. Our site even had a bridge with a little water stream running underneath. Very close to the lake as well.

Ron C

Verified

August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: SAGE

5

I liked that the campsites were spaced apart. We enjoyed our hike to the general store as well as to the old hotel.

Emma S

Verified

August 5, 2026 Stayed at: 012, Loop: SAGE

5

Really nice and peaceful campground. Would heavily recommend! The site we were at had about 10 stairs to get to the area but then you had a great view of the water and mountains around you. I would stay at this spot again in the future. Not too many bugs but if you hate them like me then wear bug spray. You can walk down to the lake in the evening and have a really peaceful time.

Jonathan B

Verified

August 2, 2026 Stayed at: 054, Loop: VALL

5

Campground was in a great spot (we were #54). Very close to Twin Lakes. Camp host was fantastic and definitely one of the cleanest vault toilets I’ve ever seen.

Tyler D

Verified

July 28, 2026 Stayed at: 060, Loop: VALL

5

We absolutely loved our stay at White Star. The campground was lovely. And, it was close to hiking trails, the lake and the town of Twin Lakes. While we were there, there was a convenient shuttle bus running to Leadville too. The most remarkable thing was that I accidentally left my ebike battery on the bumper of my van when I left and it fell off on the road. I realized the next day and was able to contact rec.gov and they contacted the camp host. Someone had turned in my battery and I was able to retrieve it!!! A $400 accident! I’m so grateful to White Star!💖💖💖🙏🏼

Location White Star

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

Elevation: 2825 feet

Distance to downtown

21 mi drive to downtown Leadville (about 26 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Please note that the Ridge Loop is entirely First Come First Served and has 16 campsites.
  • THE RV DUMP STATION AT WHITE STAR IS CLOSED! 
  • Two (2) vehicles are included with each campsite reservation. RVs and their tow vehicle, as well as vehicles towing camper trailers, are considered one vehicle when they arrive as a single unit. Vehicles beyond that would be subject to the additional vehicle fee ($11.00/night) collected at the campground upon arrival. Boat/ATV trailers are considered an additional vehicle and will be charged the extra vehicle fee per night. Please note that all vehicles must fit in the parking spur. Please no parking on the grass.
  • Maximum of 8 people are permitted to occupy 1 site.
  • 3 tent maximum per site, or 1 RV and 2 tents
  • Dogs, including service and therapy dogs, must be leashed at all times
  • Generators may not be operated after , CPAP machines and other medcial equipment are not exempt
  • Be bear aware. Do not leave any food unattended at your site. Lock inside your vehicle or RV
  • OHVs, ATVs, and dirt bakes are not permitted to operate in any campground
  • Firearms and fireworks are not permitted
  • This is a high elevation facility, please use caution when traveling from lower elevations
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • For more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests, click here
  • Firewood is available for sale at the camp host site for $10.00/bundle.

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Last updated: September 4, 2026

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