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You want quiet lakeside camping at elevation with reliable summer access and well-maintained vault toilets.
Price
$29/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
19 campsites
Season
Open May 23 - August...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Price
$29/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
19 campsites
Season
Open May 23 - August...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Learn more about alerts →You want quiet lakeside camping at elevation with reliable summer access and well-maintained vault toilets.
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Rated higher than 64% of graded campgrounds
Graded on what 39 campers actually wrote - graded on 14 things that make or break a trip. Each topic is graded against every other campground on it - A is among the best, C about average. No star ratings.
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Context for the broader area surrounding Belle Of Colorado, sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.
<p><strong>Peaks to Prairies - Tracks to Trails</strong></p> <p>Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands (<a class="offsiteicon" href="http://www.fs.fed.us/locatormap/index.php?lat=37.59&long=-104.77&zoom=7" target="_blank">forest locator map</a>) cover nearly 3 million acres, between the prairies of western Kansas and some of Colorado's highest mountain peaks along the Continental Divide. These sprawling forests and grasslands are an eight hour drive from boundary to boundary. This landscape offers a variety of ecosystems rich in history, geology, scenery, wildlife habitat and recreation opportunities.</p> <p>The rolling prairies to the east are home to prairie chickens, wildflowers, paleontological resources and historical areas. The snow-capped Rockies to the west are a scenic backdrop to millions of residents and a draw to forest visitors. The forests are home to nearly half of <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r2/recreation/?cid=stelprd3798321">Colorado's fourteeners</a> with numerous alpine lakes, reservoirs and key rivers. Over 385,000 acres of <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/psicc/recreation/recarea/?recid=37201">Wilderness</a>, the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail, Colorado Trail, and Santa Fe National Historic Trail are special areas worth exploring.</p> <p>People who live near these areas maintain a strong relationship to the lands. The commitment and volunteerism that these community members have for these public lands is the foundation for our ability to maintain a quality, sustainable recreation program in the face of intense, and growing, urban demand.</p> <p><strong><strong>Critical Information about the use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems</strong></strong></p> <p>Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or “drones” are increasing in popularity and can provide wonderful opportunities to explore the forest. Please be aware that these drones are regulated and must follow certain laws to be safe and legal.</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3846515.pdf">Recreational Drone Tips</a> (.pdf)</li> <li><a href="http://www.fs.fed.us/science-technology/fire/unmanned-aircraft-systems">Forest Service Unmanned Aircraft Systems policy</a> (fs.fed.us)</li> </ul>
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Best season: summer. Summer offers the most reliable access and the best weather for lakeside camping at nearly 10,000 ft — expect crisp mornings around 38°F warming to comfortable afternoons near 60–65°F. Turquoise Lake is fully thawed for boating, fishing, and shoreline picnics, and high-country trails and bike routes are clear of snow and at their most enjoyable. Expect the busiest weekends in July (and holiday weekends); note the campground switches to first-come, first-served on June 20, so plan weekdays or mid Peak months: July, August, June, May Avoid: September, October, November, December
Best season: summer offers reliable access, water activities and trail use at high elevation.
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Belle of Colorado campground is a tent-only site located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake. It is surrounded by shaded lodgepole pines and offers basic amenities. The site does not have access to showers, and water will not be available in 2025, so visitors must bring their own. Firewood is available for $10.00 per bundle. The campground is well-maintained, with clean vault toilets and drinking water taps. The sites are equipped with fire pits and picnic tables. There is no Wi-Fi, and cell phone service is reportedly limited.
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