$25
Blue Lake
Closed for the season
Total sites: 16
Booking Window: 6 months
Season Opens: May 15, 2026
Booking Window: 6 months
Season Opens: May 15, 2026
10,500 ft
40°F
28°F
28°F
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Pike and San Isabel National Forests › San Carlos Ranger District › Colorado
› Fremont County
› Canon City
› Blue Lake Campground
Blue Lake Campground, CO - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Blue Lake Campground is located in the San Carlos Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (1 hr 39 min southwest of Pueblo, CO) with an elevation of 10,500 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid June to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 36 and 56 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $23.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing.
Campsite Reviews (25)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | 56% | |
| 4 star | 8% | |
| 3 star | 12% | |
| 2 star | 12% | |
| 1 star | 8% |
@JasonS8132232 · Camped on Aug 27, 2025 at Campsite #9
Simply incredible site with plenty of access to so many adventures. Facilities were flawless and the host Scott was beyond helpful and on point.
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@RuthB9803959 · Camped on Aug 4, 2025 at Campsite #9
Windy for 2 days. Due to the blowdown, there arent any trees in the campground. The wildflowers were outstanding. Not many trails to hike around the campground. Restrooms were clean. Didnt like 4 wheelers on trails.
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@BrianS9986332 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #9
High altitude, mostly open area camping. Somewhat level sites. Windy. Not sure why the area looked like a tornado went through with many trees toppled over. Amenities are fine but note the lake is not immediately adjacent to the campground.
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@JudithO2B86E42 · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #4
There was a huge blow-down in this area three years ago. Crews finally cleared the road and campground to be able to open this season, but it's treeless and has no privacy. Winds were howling and when we read reviews about how vulnerable tents were in the winds, we went down to La Veta and stayed in a cabin.
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@AnnieW82FE24C9 · Camped on Jul 4, 2025 at Campsite #6
Several years ago all of the trees in this campground were blown down in a wind storm. Now it is a big open field with no shade and no privacy. I enjoyed the hiking trail to Bear Lake, but I probably wont come back here.
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@CarlosLD8FA7AF · Camped on Jun 19, 2025 at Campsite #9
The campsite was easy to find, and the location is amazing! The fishing at Blue Lake was great. I was not prepared for how windy it could get. We stayed there for two nights, and on both nights, the wind was howling. Easily 30 - 40 mph gusts (maybe more) that shook our tent viciously. The non-stop wind ultimately caused a tear in our tent's body, directly along one of the buckles. I saw another party throw their entire tent in the dumpster the next morning and leave. The wind didn't let up much in the early mornings, and the only calm moments we had were in the afternoon and right after dinnertime. I would recommend coming up in a hard-sided camper or RV. No tents.
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@stevew508 · Camped on Aug 22, 2021 at Campsite #4
No camp host bathroom were dirty when we pulled in our spot was dirty.
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@ChristophG267 · Camped on Jul 28, 2021 at Campsite #7
We love going up there and have been there 3 times in the past 3 years already.
It's a beautiful setting and we enjoy the wilderness up there every time.
While I get why generators are a thing for people with campers, I don't understand why they are allowed in a campground like this.
The host was one among many who ran their generators, sometimes starting at 6am in the mornings. And again at lunch, and again in the evening.
Not my kinda camping to be honest, but I guess We'll have to just put up with it at this point.
It's a beautiful setting and we enjoy the wilderness up there every time.
While I get why generators are a thing for people with campers, I don't understand why they are allowed in a campground like this.
The host was one among many who ran their generators, sometimes starting at 6am in the mornings. And again at lunch, and again in the evening.
Not my kinda camping to be honest, but I guess We'll have to just put up with it at this point.
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@BreckH340 · Camped on Jun 17, 2021 at Campsite #5
Restrooms were clean and the staff was friendly. However, there was an abandoned camp littered with trash across the road from the campground and the trails have not been maintained. We could only ride about a mile of trails due to trees blocking the trail.
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@maryk313 · Camped on Sep 21, 2020 at Campsite #8
We stayed at site #8 in late September. It was fantastic - access to the creek was directly behind our campsite. The trail along the river takes you to Blue Lake less than a quarter mile, and from there the hike around the loop up to Bear Lake was just wonderful. The whole site was unbelievably clean. The chipmunks, blue jays and camp robbers were a bit too tame, coming right on to the picnic table while we were eating. It was absolutely delightful!
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@KarlaN762 · Camped on Sep 16, 2020 at Campsite #4
What a beautiful location with access to fishing, hiking, and wildlife!
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@TealH219 · Camped on Sep 16, 2020 at Campsite #6
This was an absolutely gorgeous site. Husband, our dog, and I did a little exploring when we got there mid-day and walked the trail around blue & bear lake. If you plan to hike in surrounding areas make sure to check in at the site first! They will give you a pass that waves the parking fees (not sure which fees it waves for). It’s high in the mountain so weather was colder than closest towns temps, but an absolutely beautiful view of the snowy mountains.
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@donnaF825 · Camped on Aug 2, 2020 at Campsite #8
Blue Lake campground is small and lovely, lots of trees, , with a creek and the lake close by. Nice easy hiking trail leading to the other close campground, Bear Lake. The road up to the campground is washboard in some places, but basically no problem if you drive slowly. We would like to return here.
We stayed at camp site #8, which is very close to the creek and a path leading to Blue Lake.
We stayed at camp site #8, which is very close to the creek and a path leading to Blue Lake.
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@PatrickG731 · Camped on Jul 13, 2020 at Campsite #7
We love Blue Lake Campground!!! There are lots of trees. The toilets are well kept. Picnic tables and fire rings are in good shape. This was our second year in a row to camp here. The only negative critique I can offer is that a lot of the places to pitch your tents are not entirely level. We used a little bit larger lot, which had a really good level spot for our tent, but that spot was at least 30- 40 plus yards away from the fire ring, picnic table, and parking spot. While that is great with regards to distancing the tent from where you eat, it is not too convenient when unloading and loading the car. However, I would camp in this spot again given some of the limitations. Overall, it is a great campground, and we will be coming back again soon.
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@CharlesC279 · Camped on Jul 2, 2020 at Campsite #6
I really like the remoteness of this area, yet wish I could get cellular service (AT&T, where are you?). Hiking the trails or just walking the roads, all great.
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@alanj734 · Camped on Jun 26, 2020 at Campsite #4
camp was closed and I had a reservation and noway to cancel
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@DanielE929 · Camped on Sep 5, 2019 at Campsite #9
Wonderful park with great camp sites. The staff was very friendly and professional. Will be returning for sure!
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@MattG4515258 · Camped on Aug 12, 2019 at Campsite #8
Beautiful campgrounds, good hiking, nice mountain lakes and streams. Our friend pulled a 42 foot fifth wheel up there was was a challenge. Did manage to squeeze into to spot but probably too big of a trailer to really be able to navigate the road up for most folks. It was hard enough for our 35 foot. Would most definitely recommend this campground. If you are low landers like we are, would recommend spending a few days at a lower altitude like 6,000 foot first. Several people in our group struggled with the altitude and got some altitude motion sickness. But we came from 1,300 straight to this campground. Look forward to visiting this campground again for sure!
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@MikeG7513747 · Camped on Aug 8, 2019 at Campsite #9
Its a beautiful spot & we always enjoy hiking & fishing there.
@WendyM823 · Camped on Aug 2, 2019 at Campsite #8
A absolutely beautiful location. Spacious sites and beautiful trails. Wish water source was a little closer. The road up to the sites can be treacherous if not prepared.
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@KaylaZF1297CDB · Camped on Jul 24, 2019 at Campsite #8
So much fun for the whole family! Beautiful scenery and great fishing!!
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@MelissaM982934 · Camped on Jul 13, 2019 at Campsite #8
We had a great time at this campground! The campsites are far enough apart to not feel like you're right next to other people, and the bathrooms are centrally located, so it's easy to go when you need to. It was well-maintained and clean. No one was partying too loud or causing disturbances. The campground is just a short walk through the trees and down the road from Blue Lake, where we fished and sat in the sun. It's a very picturesque area with the snow-capped mountains right behind the lake, but it was certainly warm enough to enjoy shorts and a tank top. I caught my limit in fish easily both days and fried them up over the campfire. Awesome place that I will definitely go back to.
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@MichaelC616917 · Camped on Jul 8, 2019 at Campsite #9
I have camped here several times in tents and absolutely loved it. I now have a 22 ft. Travel trailer and I took it up to Blue Lake Campground and it was awesome I enjoy the quietness and the coolness of this place. I fished in Blue Lake and caught several fish and tossed them back so the kids can catch them. I will certainly return again and again.
@JamesM9879118 · Camped on Jul 1, 2019 at Campsite #6
Great place for young kids to fish! We go back every Summer! Wonderful atmosphere at the Campground.
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