This was my first stop when I arrived at Twin lakes, and I was pleasantly surprised to see a forest…read moreservice employee on site actively talking to visitors and answering questions they might have about the location. He was very friendly and polite and had a lot of information to share. From the parking area there are several paths that can be taking to either scale the small hill leading to a half dozen picnic tables and park grills, or that lead down to the shoreline. The grills seemed to be moderately maintained with a couple of them overflowing with charred debris, but the tables looked to be maintained fairly well. The best viewing spot was at the crest of the hill which let you see out over the entire lake and into the small valley leading to the adjoining lake. There is also a small boat ramp with its own parking area separate from the campground area that is obscured from view helping with the seclusion of the campground. The actual grounds in the non parking area are completely natural and unaltered being left up to natures choices, which is mostly covered in rocks and sparse patches of high mountain grasses. Also at the parking entrance is a small building with restrooms, that are mildly maintained and cleaned, although they were adequate for a camping environment. Overall, this is a nice little camping area with access to some incredible lake views, park grills, and fishing locations.

We stumbled upon this campground by pure accident, and it is simply stunning. Almost all of the…read moreovernight campsites overlook the Twin Lakes and the mountains. For only $17.00 per night ($8.50 if you have an interagency access pass), the campground has potable water, vaulted toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. There is a boat launch, and the one or two boats we've seen throughout our stays seem to have the pristine lake all to themselves. Our first overnight stay was a new moon, and the Milky Way and the sheer amount of stars was captivating -- and waking up that next morning and opening our tent to the sun rising over the lake and the mountains... well, it doesn't get much better than that. Make sure you grab whatever you'll need before you arrive. The nearest towns with services are Leadville, Buena Vista, or Aspen -- a minimum of 20 miles away. This campground is truly a hidden gem.

Seeking a new place for our camping season kick-off weekend my friends and I took to Buena Vista to…read morecheck out the Brown's Creek area. PROs: ++ It's first come first serve camping. Roughly about 30 spots. ++ It's FREE! Always a plus when camping. ++ The campsites are actually REALLY spaced out. We couldn't even see another spot from ours! ++ There's access to several hikes and Mt. Princeton Hot Springs is right up the road. CONs: -- While there are a lot of trees, there's isn't much shade. -- Campsites near the creek were pretty rocky and small. Not the best for a large group. Brown's Creek is def an area that we'll keep in mind for future camping trips and hiking adventures! Love that camping life! **Pro Tip: If you're planning on heading up over a holiday weekend make sure you get there early. We went up the Thursday before Memorial Day weekend and the sites were already pretty picked over.

Great campground if you want to be in the Aspen area. It is very close to the town!…read more Our campsite was huge and very private. We were at campsite 28. I really liked that our site had its own bear locker. All sites are nonelectric. I wish this campsite had showers though. I can't really 5 star a campsite without that. I also could not find anywhere where you could wash dishes. If you have the time check out the difficult creek trail!

Very clean, super nice nestled in the woods, invisible hosts :-) (it is a good thing). 5 minutes…read morefrom the over hyped super expensive Gucci Gucci Prada town.

The lake was good as a quick stop for us. We drove around it a bit and noted a few areas to pull…read moreoff and fish or sit. I didn't see signs posted stating to stay out of the water, but I also didn't see anyone in the water. It isn't far from Leadville and is worth checking out.

Absolutely gorgeous. My partner took me and my huskies to Turquoise Lake in the midst of our…read moremulti-day camping trip. The pups LOVED swimming in the clear, clean water. The view of the mountains was stunning. Other people were around camping or fishing. Lots of trail to hike or bike. We didn't personally camp here, but it seemed very serene. Leadville continues to impress me with its beautiful scenery!

just had our first winter camp out and what a treat! The staff on site started our fire, made sure…read morewe had extra firewood and showed us a few of the hidden majestic sites on this property. It snowed two of the nights we were there. Before our reservation the staff made sure we had the right gear so we were prepared. Stores are 4 miles away for food. This place is so peaceful, I can't wait to see what it is like in the summer. we will definitely be back, we want to take advantage of the water falls, ponds and riding stables near by. thank you for hosting.

From the owner: Camping, Hiking, & Outdoor Recreational activities in the Colorado Springs Area near the Broadmoor…read more Enjoy specialized camping in a private paradise between Pike National Forest and Cheyenne Mountain. We also Provide Tree services, Firewood, Landscaping Boulders (Red & White Granite) and so much more…

I so can't believe this place has been here so long (owners bought the property in '73) and not a…read moresingle review on Yelp? Far and away, one of the better camping arrangements we had on our 2,000 miles thus far... $18 tent site, free showers, wifi, coffee and tea, as well as honor system soda and ice in a common room, great value and super nice owners - highly recommended if you're passing through. Close to the Great Dunes and Sangre de Cristo Mountains, to name a couple. :)

This campground is a hidden jewel! It is surrounded my majestic mountains with postcard perfect…read moreviews. Very quiet and private campground. Lots of trees to offer shade and privacy. Million dollar views!! Also has full hookups. Highly recommend!!

Really great views! you have town and jagged mountains of Ouray on one side, and the red rock…read morecanyons on the other. Can't be beat. An abundance of shade at most of the campsites throughout the day. Beautiful old growth pines and aspen trees. Great hiking nearby. Just outside of town, probably five minutes away driving. You act like you're taking the road to Silverton, but veer off just outside of town. Very quiet campsite. Very busy though! Get there by 11 AM for a first come first serve site, or you can reserve online(which I was not aware of) $23 per night $10 for firewood Very helpful hosts

I've stayed here 3 different times now and I will continue to come back! This campground is…read moreabsolutely beautiful and very well run! The first night we showed up in Ouray, every hotel was booked and every campground was full. We talked to Steve, the camp host, to see if there were any openings For the rest of the week and much to our surprise, someone had just canceled and we were able to get their spot! Such a blessing! The bathrooms are clean, the views are gorgeous, and the spots are the perfect size. The spots do book up very fast, so plan ahead!

This is literally one of those reviews that I've hesitated to write. I just don't want to share…read moresuch a great place! Though after much consideration, I suppose I might as well be the one to share it with all my Yelp friends! Star #1: It is a first come, first serve, FREE campground. There is a paid campground nearby as well, so don't fret if you arrive and there are no sites available. However, it is such a hidden gem that I have yet to have the need for that. Star #2: Many of the sites are adjacent small streams, so you'll get to fall asleep to the sounds of babbling brooks! There are a few that are more open and offer lots of space for activities and larger groups too - bags anyone?! We tend to prefer the ones that are tucked up against the mountain. Star #3: The variety of sites makes it a great place for any type of camping: tents, camper, car, etc! Though, I will say, an RV might be pushing it... Star #4: At approximately and hour and a half from Denver, this campground is ideal for those looking for a close and quick mountain getaway without committing to hours in the car. Star #5: If you are like many campers and want to get some shooting in while you embrace your inner woods-person. Sugarloaf has got you covered! There is a wide open area right when you turn up the main road that is prepped for all your shooting needs. So go ahead and fire off a few rounds. Just don't forget: safety first! After camping a handful of places in Colorado Sugarloaf Campground has been on of my favorites and on of the only ones I have been back to multiples times!

Great campground in Gunnison National Forest. It is on Forest Service Road 706, off county road…read more12, between Paonia and Crested Butte. There are 15 campsites (FCFS) plus a small parking area for day use. CR 12 and FSR 706 are not paved, but any vehicle can travel the roads. The highlight of the campground is Lost Lake, a pristine alpine lake at 9600' elevation. The Beckwith Peaks are in the background. If you paddle across the lake (SUP or kayak - no motorized water craft) you get a stunning view of the Ruby Range. (No Ruby Range photos since I didn't bring my waterproof phone case this trip). The lake is dammed and is filled with snow runoff. Even in midJuly, the water was COLD. No chance in h e l l I was going to let myself fall off that SUP! But midJuly was prime time for the wild flowers. Lupine. Queen Anne's lace. Wild rose. Pentsemon. Sneeze weed. Cow parsnip. Fire weed. Absolutely stunning. I'm told the lake is stocked twice annually with rainbow trout. But I don't fish so can't verify. I did see lots of fishermen though.

This campground was relatively easy to access, on a gravel road well-maintained. The camping spaces…read morewere not too crowded in on each other, and plenty of trees for shade. There are picnic areas with grills, bathrooms, and access to the lake for recreation. Plenty of trails for hiking by foot, or with horses. This place makes for a great one-day or multi-day visit.

We stayed at 6 different campsites on our recent road trip through CO and NM and this was our…read moreunanimous favorite. The location (right on the Taylor River, nestled between Gunnison and Crested Butte), easy access to unlimited firewood, spacious campsites (we had 3 tents between the 5 of us), beautiful scenery, & high level of service from Sam made it for us. Being from Dallas & unfamiliar with the area, we took Sam's recommendation to drive/hike up to Emerald Lake to swim (11,400 ft up!), to do a cold plunge in the Taylor in the morning, and to check out Crested Butte - & all were great fun!

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