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You want budget-friendly access to South Platte River trout fishing and canyon hiking in a small, high-elevation setting.
Price
$24/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
14 campsites
Season
Open from May 16 thr...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Top 4% in state
Price
$24/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
14 campsites
Season
Open from May 16 thr...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Top 4% in state
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P.O. Box 74, Lake George, CO 80827
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Learn more about alerts →You want budget-friendly access to South Platte River trout fishing and canyon hiking in a small, high-elevation setting.
You need modern restrooms or prefer paved access roads and generator-free quiet.
Camper Report Card
Rated higher than 34% of graded campgrounds
Graded on what 110 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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Each topic is graded against every other campground on it; a topic campers liked never grades below C−. ± shows the 95% confidence range from the sample size.
Context for the broader area surrounding Springer Gulch, 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 warmest, most accessible conditions at 8,300 ft — expect sunny days in the mid-60s to low-80s°F and cool nights in the mid-30s to low-40s. This is prime time for hiking the canyon trails, trout fishing the South Platte (flows lower and water clearer after spring runoff), swimming on warm afternoons, and long evenings of stargazing. Be prepared for frequent afternoon thunderstorms on warm days and heavier weekend crowds — reservations are recommended for holiday weekends. Peak months: July, August, June, September Avoid: November, December, January, February
Peak season; warm days, open campground, prime time for fishing, hiking and swimming.
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Springer Gulch Campground offers various amenities, such as picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and a hand pump for drinking water. "Pretty campsites that are easy to access," noted Amanda C., citing amenities like shade-providing trees and proximity to hiking trails. "Bathrooms were super clean and right next to our campsite," shared Kendra Schappaugh. However, reviews mention inconsistencies in restroom cleanliness; Jennifer Schmidt remarked on flies and unclean vault toilets, while others like Marci P. praised their upkeep.
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