4.3760 reviewsPrice
$9/night
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
12 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Pets Allowed
Price
$9/night
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
12 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Pets Allowed
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35.9640, -105.9181
Sites 1-3 are the move: real overlook views, close to the vault toilet, and short-haul distance to rainbow trout fishing on the lake. Fall is the sweet spot for temps and color. Tent campers and minimalist rigs under 30 feet fit the road just fine.
No potable water anywhere on site is a hard stop if you're not prepared to haul in everything. The rough gravel access and tight final turns have beaten up trailers before. One vault toilet serves all 12 sites, and reviewers mention the smell.
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This campground welcomes visitors year-round, though spring through fall see the most activity. Gentle breezes typically sweep across the escarpment, keeping conditions comfortable even during warmer months. The dark skies that make stargazing so spectacular here remain a draw in every season, and hardy campers report rewarding winter visits when snow dusts the surrounding peaks and the lake takes on a serene, frozen beauty.
Fall likely excellent for views and colors; reviews note stunning vistas and clear conditions.
Vault-style restroom (one central vault/outhouse), shaded picnic tables with retro covers, grills/campfire rings at each site, trash cans, and ADA access reported. No potable water or electrical/water/sewer hookups are available; cell service is variable depending on carrier and location on the escarpment. Pets are allowed and campfires are permitted in provided rings.
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