Reservations are available at this dispersed BLM campground near Lake John, with nightly rates ranging from $20 to $185. Managed by the Bureau of Land Management's Kremmling Field Office, it sits roughly 10 miles southwest of places to camp around Cowdrey and allows pets. Several nearby alternatives share the same lake corridor, including Lake John West State Wildlife Area 0.7 miles south. Drive-in access makes it reachable without high-clearance vehicles, though campers should confirm road conditions before arriving.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLake John State Wildlife Area is located in Colorado near Cowdrey
Coordinates
40.79035404 N
106.4819908 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Lake John State Wildlife Area needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 7 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 2 hrs 28 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 2 hrs 53 min from Greeley, CO
- 3 hrs 16 min from Boulder, CO
