San Isabel National Forest runs Father Dyer Campground along a paved road near Turquoise Lake, with the US Forest Service maintaining the site from late May through early September. Amenities include drinking water, toilets, picnic tables, and available firewood. The sites sit farther from the lake than some neighboring campgrounds in the area, though reviewers note good privacy between sites. Reservations are available but not required. Baby Doe Campground is 0.3 miles south for campers who want closer lake access, and those planning a broader trip can browse camping near San Isabel National Forest for additional context.
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Map & DirectionsSan Isabel National Forest Father Dyer Campground is located in Colorado near Leadville
Directions
In Leadville, CO, at north end of town off US Rt. 24, turn west at National Recreation Area Turquoise Lake sign (at Safeway - no street sign). Go 2.8 miles to a "T" intersection and Turquoise Lake Recreation Area sign (CO RD 9). Turn right at sign onto CO RD 9 and go 0.5 miles to another Turquoise Lake Recreation Area sign. Turn left across railroad tracks, and go 0.5 miles to stop sign. Turn right at stop sign and go 0.9 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.1 miles to road on the right. This is the entrance to campground.
Coordinates
39.27356099 N
106.34869018 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/7/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 18 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 26 usersLast on 8/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 45 min from Denver, CO
- 1 hr 55 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 31 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 2 hrs 31 min from Colorado Springs, CO
