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This Fairy Tale Campground In Colorado Is Like Something From A Dream

Baby Doe Campground in Colorado offers year-round camping with scenic views and various seasonal activities.

Published Feb 27, 2019

Written by 

Annie

No matter the time of year, Coloradans love to get their camp on! Whether it be the cold of winter or a muggy summer night, there is no better place to be than inside your tent or RV, enjoying the beauty that is the Centennial State! If you are looking for a campground that is both dreamy and unforgettable, we recommend visiting this beautiful Colorado fairy tale location:

Tucked away near Leadville is the Turquoise Lake Recreation Area and the must-visit Baby Doe Campground!

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Part of the San Isabel National Forest, Baby Doe sits along the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, which boasts both the scenic lakeshore and views of the surrounding mountains.

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Named for the mining icon Elizabeth McCourt (whose endearing nickname was Baby Doe), the campground boasts a little something for every season, including fires on the beach...

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...snowmobiling along the icy lanes in the winter...

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... and fishing, boating, and kayaking in the warm months.

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Roughing it is soooooo rough — especially with views like this.

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Rates for each campsite begin at $24 and can be reserved here.

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Baby Doe Campground is open year round, with its peak season running from May through September.

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Check out even more of our favorite campgrounds by clicking 7 Rustic Spots Around Denver That Are Extraordinary For Camping.

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You’ll Never Forget Your Stay At Wupperman Campground, A Waterfront Campground In Colorado

Published Jul 22, 2024

Written by 

Christy Articola

Looking for an incredible, waterfront spot to go camping? You're going to love Wupperman Campground near Lake City, Colorado. This is a Hinsdale County-owned, public campground that is located on the eastern side of beautiful Lake San Cristobal, and all 31 of its sites offer plenty of space and unforgettable views. It's easy to see why we think that this is the best campground near Lake City, Colorado, and we even think that it may be one of the very best in the whole state. Read on to learn more about it.

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Have you been to Lake San Cristobal? It's one of Colorado's most beautiful lakes. It was formed only about 700 years ago when a natural landslide created a dam across the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. It's very blue due to the sky reflecting off sediment from the river floating in the lake before it settles at the bottom.

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This lake is popular with anglers; a variety of species of trout live in the lake. Lake San Cristobal is also great for boating. Canoes, kayaks, and fishing boats are available to rent from local businesses, or you can bring your own craft. There's a public boat ramp and dock on the west side of the lake.

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Camping at Wupperman Campground is fantastic! This campground is first come, first served - reservations are not accepted. There are 31 sites here to try!

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It's open from Memorial Day weekend to the last week of September every year.

This campground is at 9000' so be prepared for the elevation and for cool temperatures, but you'll love everything about this place.

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Some sites are shaded and are perfect for tents.

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You'll get the best of all Colorado worlds when you camp here. Trees, the lake, and mountains are always in your line of sight.

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You'll love relaxing in chairs by the fire while you enjoy the views.

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There's nothing like waking up in a tent to scenery like this!

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At night, the campground and lake is almost silent. This is a wonderful place to relax and get away from it all.

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You're going to love your stay at Wupperman Campground on Lake San Cristobal.

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Wupperman Campground awaits you! It's easy to see why we think that it's one of the best campgrounds in Colorado. Plan a trip today!

Need camping gear? Visit Colorado-based REI.com for everything that you'll need!

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This Colorado State Park With Over 50 Miles Of Trails Belongs On Your Camping Bucket List

Published Jul 17, 2024

Written by 

Christy Articola

Looking for a great place to go camping this summer or anytime? Mueller State Park is the best campground near Divide, Colorado! This 5,112-acre state park is beautiful, and it's full of fun things to see and do. There are 55 miles of trails, wildlife to watch, incredible views, and so much more! Inside the park, there are 136 campsites spread out over seven campgrounds so there are plenty of places to stay to enjoy everything this park has to offer. Read on to learn more about it!

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Mueller State Park near Divide, Colorado is one of the Colorado State Parks system's crown jewels!

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It was established in 1988 and about 120,000 visitors visit it each year.

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If you love hiking, then you're going to love this park. It has over 55 miles of trails. Some are wooded, some traverse beautiful fields, and some lead to impressive overlooks.

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After a long day on the trail, you'll love returning to your campsite to relax by the campfire until your next adventure.

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Prospector Ridge Campground is full of walk-in tent sites. You'll feel like you're deep in the woods, but your car is only a few steps away.

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Conifer Ridge Campground is open to campers and tent campers and many of the sites have scenic views.

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Peak View Campground is another excellent option. The Peak View Pond Trail starts from the end of this campground.

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The campgrounds at Mueller State Park are perfect for all types of campers. If you have a big drivable or towable RV, you'll find that the sites offer plenty of room for it.

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These campgrounds are also great for smaller campers and pop-ups.

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Shade is plentiful at Mueller State Park, so you'll be comfortable sleeping in a campervan, too.

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The wildlife at Mueller State Park is abundant. You can expect to see deer, elk, eagles, hawks, bighorn sheep, and more.

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Some of these creatures may even visit you at your campsite!

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And, you'll love the sunrises and sunsets at Mueller State Park. This park is spectacular!

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Mueller State Park awaits you near Divide, Colorado! If you love camping and hiking, then you're going to love everything about this park. Plan a visit today.

Need gear for your big camping trip? Stop by REI.com to get everything you need!

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