We ended up driving down the main dirt road to another left hand pull off, driving a bit back that road and finding a gor... Absolutely wonderful place to boon dock. Absolutely wonderful place to boon dock. Had to plow through a snow drift or two, but the view was worth it. My car alarm you have to hit really hard to go off. Th... Both are easy to access. Dispersed camping is prohibited around the lake. Stayed here with a passenger vehicle and a tent. Lorraineaaron would stay here again. The 15 feet into the site is steep and might be hard for 2wd though. I spent about 45 minutes driving various roads scouting out spots. Our community provides the best free camping information available. Camping: There is no dispersed camping available near Turquoise Lake, however the Forest Service operates a large number of developed campsites with fire rings, picnic tables, drop toilets, and potable water. We spent 5 days at the Tabor Campground at Turquoise Lake and then moved to the dispersed camping at County Road 48. This site sits on a plateau above Leadville and is surrounded by Mountain views. Dispersed camping is camping for free outside of established campgrounds on public land, typically on BLM (Bureau of Land Management) land, national forests or national monuments in the United States, or Crown Land in Canada. Freecampsites.net makes it easy. Biggest issue was where to dump trash. Went Memorial Day weekend and not another soul in sight. I spent about 45 minutes driving various roads scouting out spots. The area is beautiful. We picked a dispersed site by the river and there thankfully was no one around! Take an off-road adventure by parking at Sugarloaf Dam and mountain biking the 13-mile round-trip trail that goes along the lake to the May Queen Campground. Each campground has a manager to help you with your needs. Known for trout fishing, as well as gold and silver mining, the city is also the home of the historic Tabor Grand Opera House. Mazda CX-5 did great on the road just watch the rocks, very bumpy ride up. I believe they can be accessed from the first main area or if you keep driving down 48 and turn left it circles around and they are apparently some spots. Good wifi at the coffee shop in town. However, the weird thing on AT&T was sporadically, we would lose all signal completely. Close to Leadville but out in the woods, I loved this spot! My alarm went off at around 1:30am. The 6.2-mile (one way) trail is strenuous, as it gains nearly 2,500 feet in elevation through dense forest. Really strong cell service. I'd still go back though! Easy to get to and plenty of level spots All the dumpsters in town we either locked or had no household trash signs. Once you take the hairpin turn to start going uphill towards the site, the road is pretty rough (just very rocky). May Queen is the only campground at the west end of Turquoise Lake, at about 10,000 feet. At the coordinate, the site was pretty windy, but we found an area with some trees blocking. This entry was posted in Camping, Colorado, culture, hiking, Waterfalls and tagged Camping, Colorado, disconnect, dispersed camping, Hiking, Mount Massive Wilderness, San Isabel National Forest, travel, Turquoise Lake on July 18, 2017 by Stephen Jaye. Sorry neighbors but now the porch light stays on all night here. When camping in non-designated areas, the general rule is to be 100 feet from any road, trail or water source. Reviewed May 15, 2016 . Our focus is on public lands. Sorry neighbors but now the porch light stays on all night here. Stayed here in this free, dispersed campsite the other day. This is a response to the above comment. A little bumpy on the way up (would recommend 4wd), but worth it at the top. The food there, as well as Mountain High Pies is great. Campendium is an Amazon associate site and earns from qualifying purchases. Ask techollec about Shrine Pass … Data signal was good for me on Verizon and AT&T with AT&T being the strongest. Others are tucked into secluded forests and meadowlands. Be the first to add a note for County Road 48 Dispersed Camping! AT&T was great. We had 2-3 bars of Verizon, but it was unusable for me. Chapman Reservoir Campground - Oak Creek, Colorado. Other site had bags of dog poop. Now we are Xscapers because we joined while staying here! Tons of options! Saved by Dan Adventurer From these campgrounds, enjoy sightseeing and fishing on the peaceful waters, or a nature hike on one of the many trails nearby. You own these lands and you are entitled to use them. Stayed here in a Class B (RV). First... it's HUGE. Short 1/4 mile on pretty good gravel road leads to very level area with several established campsites with fire pits. Also two people running generators all night. Be the first to add a video for County Road 48 Dispersed Camping! Dispersed camping can be in either designated areas or in non-designated areas. Woke up to a bike race going uphill right by this site. 10/7/2020 didn’t make it to location. Required fields are marked, Next level hosting generously provided by, https://steemit.com/travel/@vanholio/best-free-campsite-in-leadville-co-video. I’ve found garbage left. Bring bug spray...the mosquitoes love you up here. Date of experience: September 2015. There is no dispersed camping available. Free campgrounds can be hard to find. Become a Campendium Supporter and enjoy ad-free browsing plus bonus features! Blog post: https://steemit.com/travel/@vanholio/best-free-campsite-in-leadville-co-video. The City of Leadville has an awesome dump/water station at the sanitation station as you come into town. It tried to navigate be down County Road 4 and then a super super super steep dirt road that would have been disastrous even in my van. Camping is only allowed in developed campgrounds in the Turquoise Lake Area. This is a platform for sharing campgrounds and camp sites you have discovered. More information and reservations can be found HERE. It is about 5-10 minutes from the site. Most of the better spots were taken, but we were able to park behind a small row of trees on the left and had a great view of the mountains. July/August 2016 There are many dispersed camping sites on Halfmoon Road, and if you keep driving there is Halfmoon East Campground. When we needed to do heavier uploads, we drove 15 minutes into town and ate at the great Cuban restaurant, Buchi, and sat at their covered, outdoor patio. This area is wide open which was great for our solar. more. Lot's of stuff was closed during the pandemic and social distancing. We were camped with some friends, and had a wonderful time. There are two main areas directly off County Road 48. There's a fee campsite on one side of the lake but if you keep … 1 photo. The lady at the Visitor Bureau was very nice and will give you any information you need on the town. Campground use is extremely popular, especially on summer weekends, and reservations can be made five days in advance. No one is here! You probably need 4wd for this. We believe that free camping areas are often the most beautiful and peaceful camp sites. Road/Site Condition Using our Weboost we have 4 bars of 4g on Verizon and could stream video. The town of Leadville has a grocery store, Family Dollar and gas stations that have just about anything you would need while staying. I would recommend visiting Melanzana on the main strip in town. Road/Site Condition Dispersed camping by turquoise lake Colorado A subreddit for campers concerned more about the act of camping and less concerned about hiking long distances or light gear. Turquoise Lake is a large reservoir on the Arkansas River near the city of Leadville. We stayed here for 11 nights at the end of July and beginning of August 2019. Vanholio would stay here again. Whether you enjoy tent camping, car camping or RV camping, our goal is to help you find the best places to go camping. I’m not saying someone with a little more courage and skill couldn’t do it, it was just out of our league. Leadville is a lovely little town, with most of the amenities we needed for our stay here - including a dump station, albeit not free. A spot prized for its fishing, camping, and hiking, Turquoise Lake provides some of … BTW, the Mexican food at Casa Sanchez 2 was some of the best Mexican food I've ever had and I'm from Texas so that's saying a lot! Dispersed camping is prohibited around the lake. Excellent place to stay and explore the Leadville area. Dispersed camping is a great way to enjoy the experience of camping away from the noise and bustle of campground camping. Remember, this hike takes you into the Bob Marshall Wilderness. Not enough for video streaming but almost. Great site on the top of a hill surrounded by mountain peaks. The total hiking distance is about 6 miles with an elevation gain of 1,600 feet. Perfect for fishing and hiking, this spot features a number of dispersed camping sites along Creedmore Lake, which is north of the town of Redfeather Lakes. more. The spots are very flat and open, perfect for large group camping. There are friendly people here, but also some shady. Difficult to get to, lousy water pressure. Excellent place to stay and explore the Leadville area. We find steps that take us down to a lakeside path. Have you been there? Also note that dispersed camping is not allowed along the Teton Crest Trail in Grand Teton National Park and you are required to camp in these designated zones. The max stay here is two weeks, but we did end up staying a few extra days to help time our next stop. AT&T: 60.2Mbps down / 32Mbps up / 65ms ping Stayed here in a 19 foot-long Trailer (RV). Hiked up their route and got some great photos of Turquoise Lake. I had to reinstall a couple of my antennas due to low trees over the road. From the Swan Highway, turn west onto Kraft Creek Road, or Forest Service Road 561, and the trailhead is about 11.5 miles away. Turquoise fills up pretty quickly. Verizon: 0.55Mbps down / 0.01Mbps up / 155ms ping. Situated less than 5 miles west of downtown Leadville, Turquoise Lake is the obvious choice for a stunning campsite at 10,000+ ft. The Belle of Colorado Campground is for tents only, while the Tabor Boat Ramp is like a big parking lot for RVs, accommodating rigs up to 37 feet long. Being the most prominent peak in all of Bend at 10,358 feet high, this hike gives you bragging rights. The road coming is dirt and gravel. Some areas in National Forests are closed to dispersed camping, so check postings carefully and check with the local Half cans of milk left in fire ring, not burned, but left. One issue I had was Google. The last mile was to daunting for us to access the location. I’ve stayed here before but last night someone tried breaking into my vehicle or stealing items off my roof rack. There's also the Leadville Sanitation District to dump your tanks and get potable water for a small fee that's also close by. Gorgeous views at this site. Lot's of trees and shade, quiet, about 5 minutes to town (Leadville) where you can dump, get water, etc. ... Turquoise Lake - Leadville - Duration: 7:13. One con was that previous campers are not burying human waste or picking up behind dogs. We stayed here for a little over two weeks in late July 2019. It tried to navigate be down County Road 4 and then a super super super steep dirt road that would have been disastrous even in my van. Short 1/4 mile on pretty good gravel road leads to very level area with several established campsites with fire pits. Some of the nearby National Park Forest campgrounds have water spigots. More people are starting long weekends at FCFS places earlier in the week because of this. 2. The booster did not help either. ATVs rode by but not a single car (stayed Thursday night). We dispersed camp about 1/3 of the nights on our trip. I went with a few friends on my first dispersed camping trip (drive off the side of the road and set up camp) last year here off Shrine Pass Road. Make sure you take County Road 48 at the fork between County ... You don't have the great view of the lake like the campgrounds up the road but it's free and a really nice place.Enough Verizon signal to get online with a jetpack and get text and phone calls. Camping at Lake Irwin Campground in Crested Butte, CO - 360° Drive-thru - Duration: 4:41. But, Man, the view! Turquoise Lake trail 708 begins about 3 miles up Glacier Creek trail. Continue on 14-Poudre Canyon Road and then take a left Holhnholz Lakes Road - CR 103. Also 3-4 bars in At&T on the phones. We did not visit many museums, but there are plenty to choose from. Sitting deep in the forest to the west of Leadville, Turquoise Lake takes its name from the Turquoise mines that produced the semiprecious stone in Leadville's not too distant past. We are not actively seeking Wal-Marts, truckstops or other parking lots and will not be adding very many of these. The dispersed sites along County Highway 4 offer an excellent option for camping near Grand Lake. Even with a large crowd, everyone was respectful and observed “quiet hours. My alarm went off at around 1:30am. Campendium users haven't asked any questions about County Road 48 Dispersed Camping, This is one of our favorite free campsites in Colorado. Catchy title, eh? There is a self-pay box, or you can pay inside during normal business hours. I loved that it was close to town and we could grocery shop and eat at some really great restaurants. more. But that’s not what I mean by the title of this post. The data was there, but it was very slow. We especially like camping on Forest Service land, BLM (Bureau of Land Management) areas, WMA's (Wildlife Management Areas) and county or city parks. The hike to this alpine lake in the Eagles Nest Wilderness and its dispersed backcountry camping spots (look for places where others have made camp before) begins at the Rock Creek trailhead, the road to which is located about 7.5 miles north of Silverthorne on CO 9. Cell/Internet Access You can simply use your smart phone's GPS to find camping near you or even use our trip planner to plan your route from coast to coast. Coming to Turquoise Lake proves to be the perfect antidote to the crowded encampment at the dispersed camping area. We had no trouble leveling. 5 stars!!! We hope you enjoy the same style of camping. There is a wide variety of forest service campgrounds, all nestled around the lake. There is a great view of Mt. There are also several lakes and tons of hiking nearby. This site sits on a plateau above Leadville and is surrounded by Mountain views. We found that if we were out at the site, the city of Leadville was also out. Pluses: Free, gorgeous, cool. My car alarm you have to hit really hard to go off. Using our Weboost we have 4 bars of 4g on Verizon and could stream video. Florence Lake in the Sierras. We ended up staying at the second area. Managed to drive down without passing a bike. Unless you live under a rock, you know that recreational marijuana is legal in Colorado. If everyone contributes a few campsites, we'll all have more places to go camping. There are 9 campgrounds near the lake, with 8 of them being on the east end. I’m not sure you can get water without camping there, but we did. If you would rather leave a review, Your email address will not be published. Tons of options! Look up dispersed camping in the areas you are interested in so you have options close by. There is no washboard and it is easy to drive on. We ended up dumping trash at the Shell’s car vacuum trash cans (our trash bags are small) a time or two. There are 1-5 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 15 feet. Reservation Status: Accepted Camping at Turquoise Lake is only allowed only in the campgrounds. The first one is very close to the paved road and the other is about a mile away. You *should* use a 4WD to get up there, but Vanholio made it with a front wheel drive and 5" of clearance! The forest road is very bumpy but does not need 4wd. Some of the roads into the secluded spots can be a bit tricky to navigate but we got our Class C in no problem taking it slow. Disconnect and Reconnect It's a hillock along Lake County 105A, overlooking Turquoise Lake. But then, he ain't always too smart none. The land surrounding Turquoise Lake is lined with trails and low trafficked, paved roads. Hike into the Holy Cross and Mount Massive wilderness … It was so beautiful seeing the mountains in the backdrop and it's really quiet and peaceful. Click here to leave a review and improve this listing! Camp on the Water at Green Ridge Campground Reserve your site well in advance, Turquoise Lake campgrounds fill up most weekends throughout the summer. One issue I had was Google. The area is large and open, with plenty of level spots to camp. Stayed here with a passenger vehicle and a tent. It was not too crowded when we arrived on a Sunday afternoon, but this is a very popular spot, so you are going to have neighbors. We were excited for this location but when we got to the hairpin turn off of 105A, which was to the left, we realized that even though we have good ground clearance and 4WD, pulling a camper up this road was too extreme for us. Turquoise Lake boasts seven campgrounds, many with flush toilets, and a centrally located dump station. Best Strenuous Hike: South Sister. Some others nearby had issues with Verizon so it just really depends on where you pick to park based on the signal strength. I loved this spot! We had decent Verizon service and were able to do basic work on our computers. Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Note that there are no facilities here, and this is a high altitude camping area. Most of the campsites are under the Biospheric's reservation system. Never gives false alarms. The max stay here is two weeks, but we did end up staying a few extra days to help time our next stop. Some sites look out over the water to 13,000-foot peaks beyond. Also 3-4 bars in At&T on the phones. Two boats ramps provide convenient access to the lake for boaters and anglers. more. It was in September when the aspens had all turned golden yellow, and we had a blast. Please select a reason for flagging this item: © 2020 Campendium Inc. All rights reserved. ChuckNasty would stay here again. Visited in September 2019 but site was already occupied by a 4runner and Crosstrek. By sharing camping information freely, we can all spend less time researching campgrounds, spend less money, and more time camping. Turquoise Lake. With only a slight elevation gain, this trail is … Forest Road #706 has dozens of dispersed campsites before reaching the Lost Lake Campground. Never gives false alarms. Amenity Access Stunningly gorgeous views of the valley. The campground stretches out along Chapman Reservoir in mostly mature Aspen and some Subalpine fir. It is $5 to dump and $2.50 for water. Make sure you take County Road 48 at the fork between County Road 4, County Road 48, and County Road 5A. May Queen. PeteandSuzie would stay here again. No cell service. We ended up driving down the main dirt road to another left hand pull off, driving a bit back that road and finding a gorgeous spot overlooking a ridge with views of the mountains. There are areas to setup on the right and left side of the entrance “road”. Leadville is a lovely little town, with most of the amenities we needed for our stay here - including a dump station, albeit not fre... The only point really worth noting is regards the cell signal. ROADSIDE!CAMPING:)No#camping#will#be#allowed#on#Independence#Pass#from#mile#markers# 56"66,"within"a"quarter"mile"of"Hwy"82,"from"Monday"August"20th!to#Friday#morning,#August# 24th.! Scenery Great spot for dispersed camping. Leadville is home to some of the best tent camping in Colorado as well as some of the best RV campsites in the state. The roads are a bit bumpy and you want to make sure your gear is secured. There are so many meandering roads back into the woods. Located in the San Isabel National Forest at an altitude of 9,780 feet, Turquoise Lake is just 5 minutes west of Leadville. We stayed here for a little over two weeks in late July 2019. From the May Queen Campground looking east over Turquoise Lake on Memorial Day Weekend 2019. You may stay 14 … 11 am on a Thursday may or may not be ok..more remote places are better but Saturday is always more challenging. Lot's of trees and shade, quiet, about 5 minutes to town (Leadville) where you can dump, get water, etc. Not many campers at th... The only exception is that dispersed camping is allowed in Jedediah Smith Wilderness which the Teton Crest Trail crosses through in two areas. The only thing I didn't like was the air was pretty thin for me and I finally left after buying a couple of bottles of oxygen to help with breathing. Bird Background in Leadville Today. Between the higher elevation, the cooling effect of the nearby lake, and the shade of the tall pines, the air is brisk and refreshing. Lot's of trees and shade, quiet, about 5 minutes to town (Leadville) where you can dump, get water, etc. The road coming is dirt and gravel. While we haven’t ever been in Bend in the right season to hike the South Sister, there’s no doubt it is the ultimate hike in the area. You can stop along the Cascade Lake Highway for great views of the turquoise waters at Devil’s Lake. You'll find boat ramps near the May Queen and Tabor campgrounds, and the … Not many campers at this time of year and it was very peaceful. Would recommend for short term or extended stay. The two main areas are on the left side of the road. Popular campgrounds in the area include the Goosecreek Trailhead Road, the Mueller State Park, and the Badger Flats dispersed camping area. Leadville, Colorado... There’s something to be said about having someone scout a campsite for you. So, most campers tucked in at sunset keeping evening noise very low. Well spaced sites accessible by most rigs 35’ or less, but be prepared for some Texas pin striping and antenna damage due to low tree clearance. This is a high-altitude camping area, so be aware of that if you are bringing people from out of town. The area is large and open, with plenty of level spots to camp. In short, it’s stunning! AT&T on the other hand was blazing fast....until the cell tower died. Campground Recon … However, from what I was told, there are many spots throughout the side/back roads to the left. Reservations are a good idea for all campgrounds except Belle of Colorado and Tabor Boat Ramp, which are first come, firs… However, they get higher in elevation and are heavily shaded, so we only camp there in the heat of the summer. It was in 2014 that locals and bird watchers noticed that … Getting There: From Fort Collins, take US 287 N (College Ave) to Livermore. I saw a ton of big rigs tucked away too. Camping and fishing are the two main draws for visitors to Turquoise Lake. more. Five minutes to Turquoise Lake and ten into Leadville. It helped that most had solar, so generator noise was minimal. At one point, we had more than that near us, but they were all Xscapers and knew each other. more. Amazing sunset and sunrise. Stayed here in a 16 foot-long Passenger Vehicle. They graciously let us join their gatherings and we had a great time. Community reviews and ratings provide you with up to date information and help you select the best camp site for your next camping trip. 1 spot to camp out in the open and 2 more that have some protection. I’ve stayed here before but last night someone tried breaking into my vehicle or stealing items off my roof rack. There are few turn offs on your way up, so be prepared to have to backup down a narrow, rough road if you encountered a vehicle going the opposite way. This is a great site for an impromptu trip to the lake and for those that prefer the anonymity of free dispersed camping and avoiding the typical overly nosey camp hosts. Big Creek Lakes Campground The most obvious place to camp at the lake is the campground of the same name. My roof is 12’ on a 25’ MH. Can’t beat free camping. We were camped with some friends, and had a wonderful time. You d... Room for several cars, two big fire pits, as well as a few smaller fire pits nearby. It would typically last a few hours (one time was almost an entire day) and would randomly come back. Campgrounds are equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, toilets, and drinking water. Back roads along the rugged California coastline are near and dear as they afford breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and a milder climate. more. Great off-roading! Negatives: hikers, runners, bikers, and jeeps pass by a lot; no cell service; few discrete spots for your business. Rough road leads to a gorgeous view and great campsite. Assuming you can deal with the possibility of the cell signal suddenly disappearing (the library in town has very fast WiFi apparently), then this is a great spot. Veer left onto W. County Road 74e (Red Feather Lakes Rd) and stay on this road for about 46 miles. Also two people running generators all nigh... Verizon was slow to the point of being almost non-existent. There's a few sites on the way up to the coordinate. Lot's of stuff was closed during the pandemic and social distancing. There are so many meandering roads back into the woods. Neat, American-made shop. Thankfully, I have a flexible schedule and could work around the issue. We arrived late on a busy Friday and had no trouble finding a good spot with many spots still available. No water or camp host as you should expect in a dispersed campsite. It was so beautiful seeing the mountains in the backdrop and it's really quiet and peaceful. We are community driven, and while we will be adding many free camping spots, we hope that you will add some of your favorite camping places as well. We also found a dumpster near the Silver Dollar National Forest campground that did not have a sign on it, so used that a time or two as well. We stayed here for 11 nights at the end of July and beginning of August 2019. Our cell phones are AT&T and we have AT&T and Verizon hotspots. The area is grassy, but surprisingly level. Elbert. Although in the heart of the Rockies and in the shadow of Mount Massive and Elbert, virtually no views other than of pine trees. Otherwise, sites are littered … It was somewhat random, but we did notice it mostly went out in the late afternoon and it happened a bit more frequently on the weekends. Inconvenient if you have specific times you must work while on the road. Absolutely wonderful place to boon dock. It did this several times during our stay - one time just for 20 minutes, but another time almost for an entire day. Learn more: Boondocking 101. Leadville Dispersed Overlooking Turquoise Lake is open Year round. 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