The area is beautiful. The last mile was to daunting for us to access the location. Camping from the desert to the Pacific coast . I’m not sure you can get water without camping there, but we did. Great site on the top of a hill surrounded by mountain peaks. Excellent place to stay and explore the Leadville area. My car alarm you have to hit really hard to go off. This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com, We spent 5 days at the Tabor Campground at Turquoise Lake and then moved to the dispersed camping at County Road 48. So, most campers tucked in at sunset keeping evening noise very low. Lot's of stuff was closed during the pandemic and social distancing. Managed to drive down without passing a bike. Turquoise Lake. Really strong cell service. A little bumpy on the way up (would recommend 4wd), but worth it at the top. Lot's of trees and shade, quiet, about 5 minutes to town (Leadville) where you can dump, get water, etc. Would recommend for short term or extended stay. 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. Please select a reason for flagging this item: © 2020 Campendium Inc. All rights reserved. Stayed here with a passenger vehicle and a tent. It is about 5-10 minutes from the site. Note that there are no facilities here, and this is a high altitude camping area. Our community provides the best free camping information available. Scenery Dispersed camping is a great way to enjoy the experience of camping away from the noise and bustle of campground camping. Hike into the Holy Cross and Mount Massive wilderness … Hiked up their route and got some great photos of Turquoise Lake. more. 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. For reference we have an FJ Cruiser and a 19’ Intech Sol. The two main areas are on the left side of the road. Easy to get to and plenty of level spots We had decent Verizon service and were able to do basic work on our computers. more. 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. Cell/Internet Access Amenity Access The only exception is that dispersed camping is allowed in Jedediah Smith Wilderness which the Teton Crest Trail crosses through in two areas. You'll find boat ramps near the May Queen and Tabor campgrounds, and the … There are so many meandering roads back into the woods. Community reviews and ratings provide you with up to date information and help you select the best camp site for your next camping trip. It's a hillock along Lake County 105A, overlooking Turquoise Lake. One issue I had was Google. The food there, as well as Mountain High Pies is great. Q&A - Ask the Community about County Road 48 Dispersed Camping, Reviews of County Road 48 Dispersed Camping, Written by someone with an affiliation to the property, Duplicate review submitted by the same member, Multiple reviews submitted by members of the same household, Reviewer did not actually visit the location, The Best RV Parks and Campgrounds in the Florida Keys, America's Top National Parks for RV Camping, The Mighty 5: All the Camping in Utah’s National Parks, The Top 15 States for RV Camping in National Forests, What You Need To Know About The New Camping Rules Near The Tetons, The Best State Park Campgrounds in Each State. Campendium users haven't asked any questions about County Road 48 Dispersed Camping, This is one of our favorite free campsites in Colorado. 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. My roof is 12’ on a 25’ MH. There are areas to setup on the right and left side of the entrance “road”. Campendium is an Amazon associate site and earns from qualifying purchases. Gorgeous views at this site. It was so beautiful seeing the mountains in the backdrop and it's really quiet and peaceful. There is no washboard and it is easy to drive on. It helped that most had solar, so generator noise was minimal. more. We picked a dispersed site by the river and there thankfully was no one around! No one is here! more. You *should* use a 4WD to get up there, but Vanholio made it with a front wheel drive and 5" of clearance! Two boats ramps provide convenient access to the lake for boaters and anglers. There's also the Leadville Sanitation District to dump your tanks and get potable water for a small fee that's also close by. Camping is only allowed in developed campgrounds in the Turquoise Lake Area. 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. I’m not saying someone with a little more courage and skill couldn’t do it, it was just out of our league. Reservations are a good idea for all campgrounds except Belle of Colorado and Tabor Boat Ramp, which are first come, firs… Camping at Lake Irwin Campground in Crested Butte, CO - 360° Drive-thru - Duration: 4:41. The data was there, but it was very slow. It would typically last a few hours (one time was almost an entire day) and would randomly come back. We are not actively seeking Wal-Marts, truckstops or other parking lots and will not be adding very many of these. But then, he ain't always too smart none. One issue I had was Google. Road/Site Condition First... it's HUGE. Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Leadville is home to some of the best tent camping in Colorado as well as some of the best RV campsites in the state. We find steps that take us down to a lakeside path. I’ve stayed here before but last night someone tried breaking into my vehicle or stealing items off my roof rack. We hope you enjoy the same style of camping. The road coming is dirt and gravel. More people are starting long weekends at FCFS places earlier in the week because of this. Elbert. AT&T was great. Stayed here in this free, dispersed campsite the other day. The area is grassy, but surprisingly level. Have you been there? Stayed here in a 19 foot-long Trailer (RV). There is no dispersed camping available. 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. Using our Weboost we have 4 bars of 4g on Verizon and could stream video. I spent about 45 minutes driving various roads scouting out spots. Required fields are marked, Next level hosting generously provided by, https://steemit.com/travel/@vanholio/best-free-campsite-in-leadville-co-video. Lot's of trees and shade, quiet, about 5 minutes to town (Leadville) where you can dump, get water, etc. There is no washboard and it is easy to drive on. Remember, this hike takes you into the Bob Marshall Wilderness. The booster did not help either. 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. Stayed here with a passenger vehicle and a tent. When camping in non-designated areas, the general rule is to be 100 feet from any road, trail or water source. Date of experience: September 2015. 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... 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. But, Man, the view! This site sits on a plateau above Leadville and is surrounded by Mountain views. Now we are Xscapers because we joined while staying here! Negatives: hikers, runners, bikers, and jeeps pass by a lot; no cell service; few discrete spots for your business. Road/Site Condition Lorraineaaron would stay here again. I had to reinstall a couple of my antennas due to low trees over the road. July/August 2016 Tons of options! They graciously let us join their gatherings and we had a great time. The lady at the Visitor Bureau was very nice and will give you any information you need on the town. However, the weird thing on AT&T was sporadically, we would lose all signal completely. Never gives false alarms. If everyone contributes a few campsites, we'll all have more places to go camping. Went Memorial Day weekend and not another soul in sight. May Queen is the only campground at the west end of Turquoise Lake, at about 10,000 feet. Big Creek Lakes Campground The most obvious place to camp at the lake is the campground of the same name. Not many campers at th... Make sure you take County Road 48 at the fork between County ... The forest road is very bumpy but does not need 4wd. Camp on the Water at Green Ridge Campground I loved this spot! No water or camp host as you should expect in a dispersed campsite. Saved by Dan Adventurer It did this several times during our stay - one time just for 20 minutes, but another time almost for an entire day. 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. You d... ATVs rode by but not a single car (stayed Thursday night). First... it's HUGE. 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. Not many campers at this time of year and it was very peaceful. We give you a simple, map based search engine to find free and cheap camping areas. Th... Review of Shrine Pass Road. There's a few sites on the way up to the coordinate. I had to reinstall a couple of my antennas due to low trees over the road. Freecampsites.net makes it easy. 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. Stayed here in a Class B (RV). 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. AT&T: 60.2Mbps down / 32Mbps up / 65ms ping All the dumpsters in town we either locked or had no household trash signs. If you would rather leave a review, Your email address will not be published. Campgrounds are equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, toilets, and drinking water. Reviewed May 15, 2016 . 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. Dom Vanden Dries would stay here again. Neat, American-made shop. Stunningly gorgeous views of the valley. We arrived late on a busy Friday and had no trouble finding a good spot with many spots still available. It was in September when the aspens had all turned golden yellow, and we had a blast. There is a wide variety of forest service campgrounds, all nestled around the lake. The town of Leadville is a cute little mountain town. Free campgrounds can be hard to find. Being the most prominent peak in all of Bend at 10,358 feet high, this hike gives you bragging rights. Dispersed camping is prohibited around the lake. There are 9 campgrounds near the lake, with 8 of them being on the east end. We stayed here for 11 nights at the end of July and beginning of August 2019. The 15 feet into the site is steep and might be hard for 2wd though. Mazda CX-5 did great on the road just watch the rocks, very bumpy ride up. 1 spot to camp out in the open and 2 more that have some protection. You probably need 4wd for this. Dispersed camping is prohibited around the lake. The area is large and open, with plenty of level spots to camp. ChuckNasty would stay here again. Lot's of stuff was closed during the pandemic and social distancing. Most of the campsites are under the Biospheric's reservation system. 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. Veer left onto W. County Road 74e (Red Feather Lakes Rd) and stay on this road for about 46 miles. There are many dispersed camping sites on Halfmoon Road, and if you keep driving there is Halfmoon East Campground. Room for several cars, two big fire pits, as well as a few smaller fire pits nearby. The City of Leadville has an awesome dump/water station at the sanitation station as you come into town. Whether you just need to know where to camp nearby or you want to plan a free camping road trip, we've got you covered. ... Turquoise Lake - Leadville - Duration: 7:13. I would recommend visiting Melanzana on the main strip in town. Campground use is extremely popular, especially on summer weekends, and reservations can be made five days in advance. My roof is 12’ on a 25’ MH. AT&T on the other hand was blazing fast....until the cell tower died. Some others nearby had issues with Verizon so it just really depends on where you pick to park based on the signal strength. The campground stretches out along Chapman Reservoir in mostly mature Aspen and some Subalpine fir. Not enough for video streaming but almost. 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. Each campground has a manager to help you with your needs. Some sites look out over the water to 13,000-foot peaks beyond. Verizon was slow to the point of being almost non-existent. Excellent place to stay and explore the Leadville area. Pulled in yesterday on July 1st Plenty of space & plenty of people Expect more before the holiday weekend Ask techollec about Shrine Pass … Also 3-4 bars in At&T on the phones. This is a response to the above comment. Leadville Dispersed Overlooking Turquoise Lake is open Year round. From these campgrounds, enjoy sightseeing and fishing on the peaceful waters, or a nature hike on one of the many trails nearby. 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.! Although in the heart of the Rockies and in the shadow of Mount Massive and Elbert, virtually no views other than of pine trees. We were camped with some friends, and had a wonderful time. Absolutely wonderful place to boon dock. Fire ban was in... More information and reservations can be found HERE. Pluses: Free, gorgeous, cool. I’ve found garbage left. Half cans of milk left in fire ring, not burned, but left. Never gives false alarms. Little hilltop camp up a rough road! Photo: 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. The road coming is dirt and gravel. The area is large and open, with plenty of level spots to camp. There's a fee campsite on one side of the lake but if you keep … 1 photo. The first one is very close to the paved road and the other is about a mile away. Look up dispersed camping in the areas you are interested in so you have options close by. The town of Leadville has a grocery store, Family Dollar and gas stations that have just about anything you would need while staying. We ended up staying at the second area. 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. Biggest issue was where to dump trash. 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. campground, on the Lake's west side, receives the morning sunlight and enjoys magnificent views of Mount Massive and Holy Cross Wildernesses. 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. We had 2-3 bars and the data was speedy. With only a slight elevation gain, this trail is … We stayed here for 11 nights at the end of July and beginning of August 2019. Had to plow through a snow drift or two, but the view was worth it. 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! Reserve your site well in advance, Turquoise Lake campgrounds fill up most weekends throughout the summer. We especially like camping on Forest Service land, BLM (Bureau of Land Management) areas, WMA's (Wildlife Management Areas) and county or city parks. In short, it’s stunning! Dispersed camping can be in either designated areas or in non-designated areas. Absolutely wonderful place to boon dock. I'd still go back though! Campground Recon … 10/7/2020 didn’t make it to location. more. Absolutely wonderful place to boon dock. 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. Five minutes to Turquoise Lake and ten into Leadville. We spent 5 days at the Tabor Campground at Turquoise Lake and then moved to the dispersed camping at County Road 48. From the Swan Highway, turn west onto Kraft Creek Road, or Forest Service Road 561, and the trailhead is about 11.5 miles away. There are also several lakes and tons of hiking nearby. Stayed here in a 16 foot-long Passenger Vehicle. We stayed at the 2nd site up, there are a couple along the road. Close to Leadville but out in the woods, I loved this spot! Great spot for dispersed camping. Coming to Turquoise Lake proves to be the perfect antidote to the crowded encampment at the dispersed camping area. Good wifi at the coffee shop in town. We did not visit many museums, but there are plenty to choose from. Leadville, Colorado... There’s something to be said about having someone scout a campsite for you. Leadville is a lovely little town, with most of the amenities we needed for our stay here - including a dump station, albeit not free. My alarm went off at around 1:30am. I would say 5-6 rigs of any size could fit on each side comfortably. Disconnect and Reconnect Turquoise Lake trail 708 begins about 3 miles up Glacier Creek trail. There are two main areas directly off County Road 48. The roads are a bit bumpy and you want to make sure your gear is secured. 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. May Queen. Verizon: 0.55Mbps down / 0.01Mbps up / 155ms ping. From the May Queen Campground looking east over Turquoise Lake on Memorial Day Weekend 2019. This area is wide open which was great for our solar. Also 3-4 bars in At&T on the phones. We were camped with some friends, and had a wonderful time. At the coordinate, the site was pretty windy, but we found an area with some trees blocking. This is a platform for sharing campgrounds and camp sites you have discovered. We dispersed camp about 1/3 of the nights on our trip. Bird Background in Leadville Today. 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. Back roads along the rugged California coastline are near and dear as they afford breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and a milder climate. But that’s not what I mean by the title of this post. Data signal was good for me on Verizon and AT&T with AT&T being the strongest. Some of the nearby National Park Forest campgrounds have water spigots. Known for trout fishing, as well as gold and silver mining, the city is also the home of the historic Tabor Grand Opera House. 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. 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. Using our Weboost we have 4 bars of 4g on Verizon and could stream video. No cell service. However, from what I was told, there are many spots throughout the side/back roads to the left. Great off-roading! I loved that it was close to town and we could grocery shop and eat at some really great restaurants. 5 stars!!! Florence Lake in the Sierras. We stayed here for a little over two weeks in late July 2019. Can’t beat free camping. Once you take the hairpin turn to start going uphill towards the site, the road is pretty rough (just very rocky). The max stay here is two weeks, but we did end up staying a few extra days to help time our next stop. The dispersed sites along County Highway 4 offer an excellent option for camping near Grand Lake. There is a great view of Mt. However, they get higher in elevation and are heavily shaded, so we only camp there in the heat of the summer. Our focus is on public lands. My car alarm you have to hit really hard to go off. Stayed here with a passenger vehicle and a tent. There are enough Wal-Mart and truck stop directories out there already. Others are tucked into secluded forests and meadowlands. This is a high-altitude camping area, so be aware of that if you are bringing people from out of town. Some areas in National Forests are closed to dispersed camping, so check postings carefully and check with the local Bring bug spray...the mosquitoes love you up here. 2. 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. Chapman Reservoir Campground - Oak Creek, Colorado. 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. Difficult to get to, lousy water pressure. Amazing sunset and sunrise. Inconvenient if you have specific times you must work while on the road. By sharing camping information freely, we can all spend less time researching campgrounds, spend less money, and more time camping. We had no trouble leveling. 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 6.2-mile (one way) trail is strenuous, as it gains nearly 2,500 feet in elevation through dense forest. You can stop along the Cascade Lake Highway for great views of the turquoise waters at Devil’s Lake. Vanholio would stay here again. There are friendly people here, but also some shady. Whether you enjoy tent camping, car camping or RV camping, our goal is to help you find the best places to go camping. The land surrounding Turquoise Lake is lined with trails and low trafficked, paved roads. Turquoise fills up pretty quickly. I spent about 45 minutes driving various roads scouting out spots. At one point, we had more than that near us, but they were all Xscapers and knew each other. 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