Dark skies over the San Isabel National Forest and the low hum of Turquoise Lake nearby set the tone at Sugar Loafin' RV/Campground & Cabins, a privately run campground on the western edge of Leadville, Colorado. Sitting at high elevation, the campground is forested along its edges, with outer sites giving more breathing room and open sightlines toward the surrounding terrain. Kurt K. sums it up well: "Nights are very quiet and huge dark sky to gaze at the stars."
Sites vary noticeably in quality. Reviewers consistently recommend checking the map before booking, since outer-edge spots provide more space and better views, while interior sites can feel close together. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table, and full hookups are available, including electric, water, and sewer, with a dump station on-site. The campground accommodates RVs up to 50 feet. Staff are frequently praised for guiding campers to their specific spots and helping with parking, a practical detail that matters on tighter interior sites.
The bathhouse earns consistent high marks across multiple reviews. Showers are private, well-lit, and described as clean and modern. A small general store covers emergency supplies, and the campground also has laundry machines, though early-season visitors note these may be out of service until the site fully opens. Propane refills are available. The playground has received some criticism for needing attention.
Weather at this elevation can shift fast. One camper arrived to 50-degree temperatures and woke to four inches of snow. Come prepared for cold nights regardless of the season, and note that the campground closes for winter. Reservations are accepted, and pets are welcome, with a large open field nearby for dogs to run. FR 48 Dispersed Camping is less than half a mile away for campers who prefer a more primitive setup without hookups.
Description
SUGAR LOAFIN’ is surrounded by lake and stream trout fishing, rock hounding, pine scented forests, jeep trails, clean air, hiking, boating, mountain climbing, blue skies, cool breezes blowing off snowcapped mountain peaks, and the nation’s highest golf course, which, by the way, is our neighbor. We are one mile from Turquoise Lake. Enjoy the scenic drive around the Lake, or the hiking trail that circles the east and north shores.
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Map & DirectionsSugar Loafin' RV/Campground & Cabins is located in Colorado near Leadville
Address
2665 County Road 4
Leadville, CO 80461
Coordinates
39.249495322313045 N
106.35313300214875 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 7/26/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 53 usersLast on 7/26/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 30 usersLast on 7/26/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 29 usersLast on 7/26/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 53 usersLast on 7/26/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 30 usersLast on 7/26/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 51 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 1 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 20 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 36 min from Fort Collins, CO

























