Established Camping
Chambers Lake Campground
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from September 22, 2024 through June 13, 2025.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Closed For the Season
This campground is closed for the season from September 22, 2024 through June 13, 2025.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
EXTRA VEHICLE FEES: One vehicle is included in your reservation. Any additional vehicles will be charged $8.00 per vehicle, per night and will be collected by the camp host.
Chambers Lake Campground, near Bellvue, Colorado, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. With spacious sites and a stunning lake view, it’s a great place to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
The campground is known for its friendly camp hosts who are always ready to help and share a story or two around the campfire. Visitors have praised the well-maintained facilities, including clean pit toilets, which make for a comfortable stay. One camper noted, “The camp hosts were SUPER nice and came over to greet us,” highlighting the welcoming atmosphere.
For outdoor activities, the lake offers opportunities for fishing and swimming, although some have mentioned the water can be chilly. Hiking trails nearby lead to beautiful scenery, and keep an eye out for wildlife—moose sightings are a treat! As one happy camper put it, “The lake is stunning. We fished. We hiked.”
Chambers Lake Campground is located within the Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests, making it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding wilderness. Whether you’re looking to relax in a hammock or embark on an adventure, this campground has a little something for everyone.
Description
National Park Service
Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG
Overview
Chambers Lake Campground is located approximately 60 miles north of Fort Collins, Colo., on beautiful Chambers Lake. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing and canoeing, as well as abundant trail opportunities and wilderness access.
Recreation
Popular activities included fishing, canoeing and boating on Chambers Lake, which is a no-wake lake. Anglers cast for rainbow, cutthroat and lake trout. A boat ramp is located within the campground. Please note the boat ramp may be unusable in late summer due to low water levels. The lake is a storage reservoir for irrigation water and is drawn down over the course of the summer.The Blue Lake Trail No. 959 begins nearby. The 7.2-mile trail provides access to the Rawah Wilderness. Several additional hiking and biking trails can be found in the surrounding area.
Natural Features
The campground is situated in a rustic, mountainous area, at an elevation of 9,200 feet. Some sites have reduced shade because many hazardous lodgepole pine trees have been removed due to the mountain pine beetle epidemic.
Nearby Attractions
Many hiking and horseback riding trails in the area provide access to the Neota and Comanche Peak wilderness areas, which are located nearby.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.
Location
Chambers Lake Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
From Interstate 25 at Fort Collins, take Highway 287 north for 10 miles to Ted's Place, then take Highway 14 west for 50 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
40.59575 N
105.8428528 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly