Angel Of Shavano is located near the San Isabel National Forest in Colorado. The area features mountainous terrain with elevations that can affect temperatures, ranging from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Arkansas River, known for rafting and fishing, and the Monarch Crest Trail, popular for hiking and biking.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
Parking for two vehicles or one small RV are allowed at each site; sites are better suited for tent camping.
Natural Features
The__Angel of Shavano Campground is ideally suited for tent camping. The campsites are wooded with aspen and spruce trees along the north fork of the south Arkansas River.__The Angel of Shavano Trailhead for the Colorado Trail #1776 is across the road from the campground.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Location
Public CampgroundAngel Of Shavano — Psicc is located in Colorado
Directions
From the junction of Highways\_\_50/285 in Poncha Springs,\_\_travel west on Highway 50 for 6 miles. As you approach the town of Maysville,\_\_watch for County Road 240 on the right. Turn onto County Road 240 and travel for 3 miles to the campground. The group campground is located on the left side of the road. Continue past the group area to the main entrance for Angel of Shavano Campground.
Coordinates
38.584475 N
106.220432 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 37 usersLast on 2/13/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 37 usersLast on 2/13/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 3 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 24 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 48 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 57 min from Boulder, CO

