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

Available sites

49 total 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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed

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
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 024, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 026, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: SAGE RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 048, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 049, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 050, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 051, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 052, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 053, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 054, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 055, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 056, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 057, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 058, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 059, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 060, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 061, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 062, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 063, Loop: VALL Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 064, Loop: VALL Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
⛺ 065, Loop: VALL Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly
🚐 066, Loop: VALL RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (708)

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
708 reviews
5
69.4%
491
4
16.8%
119
3
7.6%
54
2
4.2%
30
1
2.0%
14

Andrew B

Verified

February 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SAGE

5

Great camp site. Good spacing between the sites, nice view of the lake from just a few feet away.

Andrew B

Verified

February 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: SAGE

5

Great camp site. Good spacing between the sites, nice view of the lake from just a few feet away.

Tricia K

Verified

December 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SAGE

5

Absolutely beautiful!

Tricia K

Verified

December 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SAGE

5

Absolutely beautiful!

holly b

Verified

October 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: VALL

5

Everything top notch! Only exception was potholed road leading from entrance.

holly b

Verified

October 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: VALL

5

Everything top notch! Only exception was potholed road leading from entrance.

Kathy R

Verified

October 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SAGE

5

Great place to park the motor home. Beautiful views of the lakes. Would be great if there was electric services and the dump station was available. We will definitely be back

Kathy R

Verified

October 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SAGE

5

Great place to park the motor home. Beautiful views of the lakes. Would be great if there was electric services and the dump station was available. We will definitely be back

Kelli K

Verified

October 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: VALL

5

Campsites were well kept and the restrooms were kept clean. Camp host came around multiple times per day and was very friendly

Kelli K

Verified

October 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: VALL

5

Campsites were well kept and the restrooms were kept clean. Camp host came around multiple times per day and was very friendly

Location & Directions for White Star

Leadville Ranger District, Leadville, CO 80461 United States

Elevation: 2,825 ft

Getting There

From Leadville, travel 15 mi south on Highway 24 to Highway 82. Turn
right and go west 5.5 mi on Highway 82, turn left into the White Star Campground.

Nearest town

Leadville, CO - 21 mi

About 26 min to downtown

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: October 18, 2026

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