Kelsey Campground
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Quick Facts
7,400 ftPrice
$28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
17 campsites
Season
Open May 23 - Aug 31...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Real-Time Availability
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Quick Facts
7,400 ftPrice
$28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
17 campsites
Season
Open May 23 - Aug 31...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Kelsey Campground
PIKE NATIONAL FOREST, S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO, USA
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About Kelsey Campground
RV details
From the U.S. Forest Service
Reference information about Kelsey Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
Overview
<p>Kelsey Campground is far enough from town that there is no corner store while being close enough that the drive to and from home is part of an enjoyable getaway. Southwest of Denver at an elevation of 8,000 feet, Kelsey Campground offers a wonderful opportunity for individuals or families to enjoy the great outdoors. Nearby is a scenic overlook, trails and river fishing. Summer temperatures range from 75-80 degrees during the day to a pleasant 55-65 degrees at night.</p><p>All dates are weather dependent. Dates of operation below are dates visitors may expect full service. The area also has an extended season when services such as water, trash or a host may not be available in the fall and spring.</p>
About the campground
The elevation is 8,000 ft. The campground, adjacent to County Rt. 126, is a single loop among Ponderosa, Douglas fir and spruce trees with grass understory. The interior road is tear drop shape making it impossible for RVs to make a second pass without exiting campground. Camp sites are reasonably separated providing adequate privacy. Firewood is available for a fee. This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
Seasons & access
Open April 30 through September 27
RV information
The parking aprons are paved.
Directions
From Bailey, CO, take US Rt. 285 north 6.8 miles to County Rt. 126 (Pine Valley Dr.). Turn right onto Rt. 126 and go 17 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
- National Forest
- Pike National Forest
- Ranger District
- South Platte
- Elevation
- 8000
- Rate
- $18 per day
- Maximum Stay
- 14
- Open Season
- May 3, 2024 – Sept. 22, 2024
About PSICC
Context for the broader area surrounding Kelsey Campground, 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>
