Fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing draw campers to Pike National Forest Kelsey Campground, an established US Forest Service site set within Pike National Forest. The campground runs a seasonal window from late May through early September. Nearby, Buffalo Creek Recreation Area adds trail access within a short drive. This site works best for campers who want a managed base in the Bailey, Colorado area with national forest surroundings.
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Map & DirectionsPike National Forest Kelsey Campground is located in Colorado near Buffalo Creek
Public CampgroundDirections
From U.S. Highway 285 turn south at Pine Junction on to Jefferson County Road 126. Follow Jefferson County Road 126 16.5 miles south to the Kelsey Campground. The campground will be on the west (right) side of the highway.
Coordinates
39.30492168 N
105.26695027 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 11/1/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 11/1/26
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 10 min from Denver, CO
- 1 hr 10 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 1 hr 19 min from Boulder, CO
- 1 hr 31 min from Pueblo, CO
