San Isabel National Forest Campgrounds

The developed campgrounds in the San Isabel Forest are managed through Recreation.gov, near some of Colorado’s highest mountain peaks along the Continental Divide. This forest draws crowds of all types, from fisherman to horseback riders, from family reunion groups to small backpacking duos, from ATV riders to downhill mountain bikers. In this large, diverse forest, you can find and enjoy almost any recreational activity.

Please check current fire restrictions.

Reservation camping can be booked from 6 months ahead to 5 days ahead at Recreation.gov or 877-444-6777. Less than 5 days ahead is first come/first serve only.

Not all campgrounds have access to potable water, please plan to bring your own water. Water is available at the Leadville Sanitation Department at 911 US-HWY 24.

These peaceful, scenic campgrounds are near Leadville and Twin Lakes:

Halfmoon Creek:

Elbert Creek – First come, first serve only
Half Moon East – First come, first serve only
Half Moon West – First come, first serve only

Turquoise Lake:

Baby Doe – By reservation and first come/first serve
Belle of Colorado – First come/first serve only – Tent only
Father Dyer – By reservation and first come/first serve
Matchless – First come, first serve only
May Queen – By reservation and first come/first serve
Molly Brown – By reservation and first come/first serve
Printer Boy – By reservation and first come/first serve
Silver Dollar – By reservation and first come/first serve
Tabor  – First come, first serve only

Twin Lakes:
Dexter – First come, first serve only
Lakeview – By reservation and first come/first serve
Parry Peak – First come, first serve only
Twin Peaks – First come, first serve only
White Star – By reservation and first come/first serve