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Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park

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Colorado weather can be unpredictable: be prepared for a variety of weather conditions including extreme hot and cold temperatures, wind, rain, and snow (even in the summer). CPW does not grant exceptions to the refund policy for weather conditions.

Northern Plains Campground, near Pueblo, Colorado, is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of comfort. This spot offers spacious sites with electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits, making it easy to kick back and enjoy a campfire under the stars.

Visitors rave about the beautiful views of Lake Pueblo and the surrounding mountains. The campground is well-maintained, and many appreciate the clean facilities, including free showers and accessible restrooms. One camper noted, “The site was well groomed and clean,” which speaks to the care taken in maintaining the area.

If you’re into fishing or boating, you’re in luck! The lake is just a short walk away, and there are plenty of spots to cast a line or launch your boat. Some campers have enjoyed cliffside fishing spots and mentioned the lake's vastness, perfect for swimming and exploring. Just be prepared for the heat if you’re camping in the summer months!

While the campground is great for families and those with RVs, it’s also pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure. With its mix of amenities and natural beauty, Northern Plains Campground is a fantastic spot to unwind and soak up the Colorado sun.

Description

Colorado State Parks

Lake Pueblo State Park


Lake Pueblo State Park is a southern Colorado Mecca for sun lovers and water-sports enthusiasts, including boaters, water-skiers, sailors and swimmers. Lake Pueblo is one of the state's most popular parks, so large is this area that there's never a crowded feeling. With 4,500 acres of surface water, the reservoir can host many water sports. The fishing is exceptional here and the views in this arid southern Colorado landscape are dramatic. Lake Pueblo has 400 campsites, accommodating tents, pick-up campers, motorhomes and trailers. For current conditions and more information, please visit the Pueblo Lake website: http://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/lakepueblo

By making a reservation with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, you are agreeing to read and abide by all rules stated in this purchase flow and on the confirmation letter.

In addition to the camping fee, an entrance fee is required at all state parks!

Senior Discount: Applied when site occupant has a valid Aspen Leaf Pass.

Shade may be naturally provided by trees and other vegetation or by man made shade shelter. Please call the park for specific details.

Pets allowed, but must be on a 6' leash.

Please use www.cpwshop.com to make, cancel, or change reservations or make any license, pass, or retail purchases. ReserveAmerica.com has limited functionality for CPW customers.

Per CPW regulation, no individual may camp or park a motor vehicle, trailer or camper on a state park for more than fourteen (14) days in any twenty-eight (28) day period on a single park. For the purposes of this regulation, an individual is defined as any person who has occupied a site, whether or not they are formally listed on the reservation as the reserving party or primary occupant.

Any reservations made with one or more days outside of the 6-month reservation window will be frozen to changes for 14 days from the date the reservation was made.

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Location

Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park is located in Colorado

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Directions

I-25 to Pueblo, then Hwy 50 west for 4 miles. Turn south on Pueblo Blvd. and go 4 miles to Thatcher Avenue. Turn west and go 6 miles to park entrance. ALTERNATE ROUTE: Best for North Plains Campground and Juniper Breaks Campground. West on Hwy 50 to McCulloch Blvd. then south and west on McCulloch to Nichols Rd. Then south to the North entrance.

Address

640 Pueblo Reservoir Road
Pueblo, CO 81005

Coordinates

38.2759579 N
104.7795124 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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11 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 11, 2024

Site jacked .. but great overall !

When arrived at prairie ridge were we had reservations and our site was already taken . The camp host happened to drive by and contact a Ranger for us the other person for site 256 and 258 mixed up .. we agrees to just swap sites for the weekend and Al worked out (the other site was a bit nicer it had tree coverage ). Sites were huge but took some leveling . We caught a few small catfish and got to take in the beautiful lake .

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by shannon C., August 11, 2024
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by shannon C., August 11, 2024
Reviewed Jul. 29, 2024

Yucca Flats 416 - GREAT!

Northern Plains campground, Yucca Flats. Great little spot. There is plenty of room for our 30-foot trailer. Electric hook-ups only, 20, 30, and 50 amp. The picnic table had a nice metal shade. Fire pit. Spot well groomed and clean. Small Russian Olive tree, minimal shade.

About a five minute walk to the lake, great little Cliff side fishing spots. Batbroom a 2 minute walk, free showers, and clean. Spot had plenty of room to also park a RAM 2500.

Temperatures got upward of 99+ when we were here, so if you're tent camping in late July, be prepared!

Lake Pueblo is huge, with multiple boat docks, beaches, and places to swim and explore. If you like lakes, this is a great place to visit!

Site416
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Ryan J., July 29, 2024
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Ryan J., July 29, 2024
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Ryan J., July 29, 2024
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Reviewed Apr. 22, 2024

Lake side campground

Very pretty campground within lake Pueblo state park. You need reservations before entering the campground, but you can do that online or at the visitors center easily. Spaces are spread out nicely and had fire pits and picnic tables. Beautiful views of the lake nearby and the mountains off in the distance

Site525
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Erin S., April 22, 2024
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Erin S., April 22, 2024
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Erin S., April 22, 2024
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Reviewed May. 25, 2022

Really Spread Out

In a good way, it’s all very spread out, with your own picnic table and covering thing and fire pit, your set up for a really neat stay.

Our site didn’t have water or sewer, but had 50 amp, odd little spot to get into with a bigger rig.

40’+ 5th wheels, READ : 12’ clearance coming into the park WILL HIT YOUR AIR CONDITIONERS. Use the main road and block traffic, don’t go under the covering thing.

Game warden did have to move someone who was poaching in our spot, which was a 2 hour delay.

Neat park, killer views, friendly folks, supposedly great fishing, neat trails, some beaches, etc…

Site227
Month of VisitMay
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Reviewed May. 18, 2022

Can’t go wrong with LPSP

This is our second time visiting Lake Pueblo. After staying at Arkansas Point the first trip, we decided to check out the other side of the lake and reserved a spot in Yucca Flats. It is so peaceful here! Great views, and super quiet. One of the best parks in the Colorado State Park system.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Jason F., May 18, 2022
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Reviewed Aug. 30, 2021

Kettle Creek Campground

We stayed at the Kettle Creek Campground in the Northern Plains area of Pueblo Lake 8/27-8/29 2021.  We found that this campground is all about knowing the spots.  You can walk down to the water from many campsites but some you have to find your own path.  We were in a very crowded swimming/boating area and ended up walking a bit to find a more secluded spot to hang out and get in the water. 

The spots are well spaced and felt private enough.  Bathrooms were a little far but not terrible.  Bring your own form of shade as the shade provided is not great until the afternoon (depending on your spot)

Site530
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Sep. 22, 2020

Won’t Go Back Ever

There is nothing to do unless you have a boat. No swimming allowed & it was 90*. The 1 area that allowed swimming was closed. Playground was closed & the rubber ground had lots of holes. We had electric hookups only. Our reservation was for 2 nights & only stayed 1. It was miserable. We stayed at Prairie Ridge space248.

Reviewed Aug. 4, 2020

Good for boaters

We had a fairly spacious site but beware back to back sites when booking. Some sites looked like a pull through that was split into two sites which is not great for privacy. Most campers had large RVs and came with their boats. This seems like a perfect camping spot for boaters since all the activities are on the lake but if you don't have a boat, you might want to consider another spot. We brought a kayak and it was not the best lake for kayaking as the water is rough from boaters who were frequently inconsiderate. The shoreline is very rocky and sharp so bring sturdy water shoes. The campsite is exceptionally windy so best not to pop-up a shade structure unless you want to watch it fly away.

  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Maria M., August 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Maria M., August 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park by Maria M., August 4, 2020
Reviewed May. 30, 2019

Nice but could be better

Huge campground with multiple areas within. We were in Yucca Flats. Which was nice, but very open. Not much cover anywhere, maybe 1 tree or large bush per site? There is running water in the bathrooms, which is super great, and each individual bathroom has a shower, which is good and bad. No bathrooms when everyone is trying to shower, and not many hooks for your items or a place to keep things dry while you shower, and when you shower it's a button you push continuously apx every 30 seconds or the water stops. But nice that you don't have to pay for a shower, and that there is hot running water. Also no soap for handwashing at sinks, which was eghh? We had a great time even with the weather was all over the place. The access to the lakeside water can be a bit tricky. Look for small trails that lead down to the lake. Lots of cliff spots and drop offs. But the fishing was good, better when you get on the water via paddleboard or boat. Seemed to be very popular for Memorial Day Weekend!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park?

    Camping at Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park can cost between $18.00 and $36.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park?

    Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Northern Plains Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.