Established Camping
Deer Lakes
Deer Lakes is located near Lake City in the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forest. The terrain consists of forested areas and open spaces, providing a variety of landscapes for campers. Nearby attractions include the Alpine Loop Scenic Byway and Lake San Cristobal, offering opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities.
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.
Location
Deer Lakes is located in Colorado
Coordinates
38.019534 N
107.188073 W
Detours Nearby
Williams Creek
1 hr 6 min away
Engineer Pass Camp
1 hr 9 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 16 min from Grand Junction
- 4 hrs 12 min from Pueblo
- 4 hrs 33 min from Colorado Springs
- 5 hrs 25 min from Farmington
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
