Cattle from nearby ranches occasionally wander through this small state park campground, creating unexpected encounters for the handful of campers who discover this remote spot. Located about 15 miles from the town of Paonia, the campground sits along Paonia Reservoir with access to both the water and surrounding creek areas, though water levels fluctuate seasonally.
The campground features a limited number of sites with full hookups for RVs, plus tent camping areas with large tent pads. Sites are spaced apart from each other under scattered vegetation, providing some privacy when the campground isn't full. Craig C. found "the sites were isolated from each other" during his visit. Recent improvements include updated restroom facilities, though campers need to bring their own drinking water.
Most visitors report very quiet conditions, especially at night, with the reservoir and creek providing the primary sounds. The campground serves as a base for exploring McClure Pass and nearby attractions like the historic Redstone Castle and the town of Marble. Road access requires navigating 15 miles from Paonia, and the remote location means limited services nearby.
This campground works best for campers comfortable with basic amenities who appreciate solitude and don't mind the possibility of bovine visitors during their stay.
Description
Camp near a babbling stream and water-ski on a mountain reservoir in view of the majestic Ragged Mountains at Paonia State Park. Steep mountainsides give this lake an alpine flavor. Paonia features great scenery, water skiing, wildflowers and camping. The park's natural beauty and abundance of wildflowers make it a "must see" for photographers and nature lovers. Paonia State Park has 13 campsites located in two campgrounds. For current conditions and more information, please visit the Paonia website: http://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/paonia
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.
No drinking water is available. Please bring your own drinking water when visiting Paonia State Park.
Lake level can be low at Paonia certain times of the year. Fire Danger can apply. In addition to the camping fee, an entrance fee is required at all state parks!
Shade may be naturally provided by trees and other vegetation or by man made shade shelter. Please call the park for specific details.
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.
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
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.
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. **No-show policy:** If you are unable to occupy your site on the first day of your reservation, please call the park office in order to notify park staff. Otherwise, your reservation will be considered a "no-show" and your site may be resold. "No-show" reservations are ineligible for a refund for those nights or days passed and the fees for any nights or days passed will be retained.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundPaonia State Park Campground is located in Colorado
Directions
Paonia State Park is located on Colorado HWY 133 between mile marker 24 and 29. Spruce Campground is located on HWY 133 at mile marker 28. Hawsapple Campground is located on Gunnison County Road 2. Anthracite Campground is located at 31111 County Road 12, Somerset CO 81434. Anthracite campground is on Kebler pass road.
Address
PO Box 147
Crawford, CO 81415-0147
Coordinates
38.98758972 N
107.34841628 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 32 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 30 min from Denver, CO
- 3 hrs 40 min from Boulder, CO
- 4 hrs 18 min from Colorado Springs, CO
