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Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc

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Belle Of Colorado Campground, near Turquoise Lake, Colorado, is a fantastic destination for those looking to immerse themselves in nature. This tent-only campground offers spacious sites nestled under a canopy of towering pines, providing a cool and shaded environment during the day.

Visitors rave about the stunning beachfront access, perfect for lounging or swimming. The campground is just steps away from the lake, making it an ideal spot for paddle boarding and kayaking. One camper described it as “pure perfection,” highlighting the bliss of being only 50 steps from the water.

Amenities include clean bathrooms and water on-site, ensuring a comfortable stay. While there are no electric hookups or showers, the natural beauty and tranquility of the area more than make up for it. Campers appreciate the friendly hosts who are knowledgeable about the area and often allow dogs on leashes, adding to the relaxed vibe.

For those eager to explore, there’s a beautiful trail that winds around Turquoise Lake, perfect for hiking or biking. Just a short drive away is Leadville, where you can find additional activities and dining options. With its serene atmosphere and breathtaking views, Belle Of Colorado Campground is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors.

Description

US Forest Service

San Isabel National Forest

The Belle of Colorado is__a tent-only, non-reservable__campground located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in a__shaded lodgepole pine forest.__Facilities include vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, fire rings, and pedestal grills. Several desirable campsites are located__near the shoreline. Firewood is available at the host site. During weekdays, usage is moderate, but heavy on weekends.____

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Location

Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc is located in Colorado

Directions

From Leadville, follow signs to Turquoise Lake Recreation Area.

Coordinates

39.26789308 N
106.3515851 W

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Detours Nearby

Turquoise Lake

11 min away

Native Lake Primitive Camping

41 min away

Drive Time

1 hr 45 min from Denver
1 hr 55 min from Boulder
2 hrs 30 min from Fort Collins
2 hrs 31 min from Colorado Springs

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Excellent Coverage
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
AT&T5G
Excellent Coverage

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

Trash
Firewood Available
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol

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Rachel T.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 6, 2024

Pure perfection!

Wow, this place is something special! It's so amazing that part of me wants to keep it a secret...

First off, paddle boarding here is an absolute dream. We brought our own SUPs, and I'm so glad we did because the water is just perfect. The beach is fantastic for lounging around and soaking up the sun. There was even a group that brought a net for sand volleyball!

The trail that goes around Turquoise Lake is also perfect for mountain biking or a nice nature walk. The views are spectacular, and it's a great way to explore the area. We stayed at campsite 5, and it was amazing. Being a mere 50 steps from the water was pure bliss. Honestly, this campsite was perfection. I can't wait to come back again and again.

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Marie W.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 13, 2021

BEST OF COLORADO

One of Colorado's best campgrounds in my opinion. It is beautiful and on the beach of Turquoise Lake.

First come first serve, $24/night, $7 for each car after the first two. 20ish sites and they are all under a huge spread out pine glade. Well shaded during the day and keeps it cool as well as blocks the lakefront wind.

Water on site and great clean bathrooms. Trash dumpsters as well. No bear boxes but they recommend you put food in your car at night.

Short walk to the beach, unless you are lucky to get one of the beach front sites. Easy to get burned here so bring shade and sunscreen if you plan to spend the day by the lake. Lots of kayaks, SUPs, etc.

Very friendly and relaxed hosts. Dogs allowed, on leash, but hosts were chill with dogs off leash to get wiggles off..esp if your dog is obedient.

The campground is next to another campground with RVs and the generators get annoying as well as the folks who play movies on a projector right at "quiet time".

Only recommendation is to stay longer than you first planned to. You'll want to stay for quite a while once you are there.

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Hayley K.

Legend

Reviewed Mar. 9, 2021

Tent only and WORTH it

This is the best campground at Turquoise lake for tent campers. mostly because it is a tent only campground. There are two loops that you can camp in and the spaces are really far apart.

The loops are right on a beautiful beach with lots of space for hanging out on the sand or swimming.

The sites are large and have tons of space for multiple tents. It is quiet and serene with beautiful large open spaces for tents and could be a great spot for a group to reserve an entire loop.

The parking is in the loop with multiple parking spots per site but they are right next to each other. No Rv’s are allowed to camp here.

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Katie H.

Legend

Reviewed Sep. 3, 2020

Busy but socially distant!

Even though I thought this campsite was pretty well spaced out they closed every other site to maintain social distancing. Beautiful trail along Turquoise lake and only a short drive to Leadville. Beautiful!!!

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Claudia E.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2018

loved it

large site, they allow 3 tents so it’s great for a big group. not much privacy but it’s right next to the beach , so beautiful !

Jared R.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 16, 2017

Incredible tent campground

Tent only campground with sites on the lake. The camp host and her husband are awesome folks and full of knowledge about the area. Had a beautiful site among the lodge pole pines steps from the water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Belle Of Colorado Campground — Psicc, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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