Established Camping
Halfmoon West Campground
Halfmoon West Campground is located near Leadville, Colorado, surrounded by mountainous terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F to 70°F, depending on the season. Nearby attractions include Mount Elbert and Turquoise Lake, offering opportunities for hiking and water 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.
Facilities
Located off the Halfmoon Road (FSR110), Halfmoon West is a first-come, first-served campground, with 17 sites, near the Mount Elbert and Mount Massive Trailheads at 9,900 feet. This is a very popular campground for hikers. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings with grates, and vault toilets.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Location
Halfmoon West Campground is located in Colorado
Coordinates
39.157616 N
106.397855 W
Detours Nearby
Lake View Dispersed
43 min away
Native Lake Primitive Camping
1 hr 8 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 17 min from Denver
- 2 hrs 27 min from Boulder
- 2 hrs 45 min from Colorado Springs
- 2 hrs 59 min from Pueblo
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
