Lake Camping Near Pueblo, Colorado, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2026

Despite its high desert location at the edge of the Great Plains, Pueblo offers a lot of options for water lovers. Find the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk and epic kayaking at the Pueblo Whitewater Park in town—many campers opt to stay at one of the RV parks just outside of town for easy access. Plenty of Pueblo lake camping options can also be found nearby, including at Lake Pueblo State Park, which offers 60 miles of shoreline and hundreds of lake campsites for tents and RVs. Further south, Lathrop State Park features two lakes and two campgrounds nearby, while Trinidad Lake State Park's large lake sits beside two campgrounds with sites for tents and RVs, some with electric and full hookups. Private campgrounds and cabins can also park you close to the many lakes in the region, and during your lakeside camping trip, it's also easy to explore vast forests, wilderness, and mountains in the Pike and San Isabel national forests.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pueblo

Despite its high desert location at the edge of the Great Plains, Pueblo offers a lot of options for water lovers. Find the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk and epic kayaking at the Pueblo Whitewater Park in town—many campers opt to stay at one of the RV parks just outside of town for easy access. Plenty of Pueblo lake camping options can also be found nearby, including at Lake Pueblo State Park, which offers 60 miles of shoreline and hundreds of lake campsites for tents and RVs. Further south, Lathrop State Park features two lakes and two campgrounds nearby, while Trinidad Lake State Park's large lake sits beside two campgrounds with sites for tents and RVs, some with electric and full hookups. Private campgrounds and cabins can also park you close to the many lakes in the region, and during your lakeside camping trip, it's also easy to explore vast forests, wilderness, and mountains in the Pike and San Isabel national forests.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pueblo

1. Phantom Canyon Acres

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37mi from Pueblo · 5 sites · Lodging

Nestled in the beautiful Phantom Canyon, this property offers unique solitude and views that are unrivaled. Enjoy views of incredible canyon rock formations, listen to the sounds of Eightmile Creek as it meanders through the property and relax near 2 picturesque ponds that are situated near groves of massive aspen trees! The property is situated at an elevation of nearly 9,000ft. on over 100 acres of private, pristine Colorado mountain land that offers incredible canyon views. Take a stroll through a lush aspen grove with towering aspen trees, play in the creek or relax in a sunny meadow next to one of the two ponds - this property has it all!

2. Secluded Mountain Property

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50mi from Pueblo · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Great Mountain Views. Lots of mature trees, very secluded and beautiful with breathtaking scenery with lots of wildlife. There are only four separate camping sites on this large 35 acre mountain property. Beautiful and secluded 35 acres camping property with lots of lush trees and amazing Mountain views. These Beautiful Mountain camping spots are only 1 hr 56 min south of Colorado Springs. Located at the foot of Sheep Mountain and little Sheep Mountain in Gardner, CO Hike and explore this beautiful 35 acres property. There are ATV trails through out the area, So bring your ATVs and ride the miles of mountain roads. Bring your RV, camper, tent or truck and set up camp on one of our four designated camping spots on the property. There are many great level areas to choose from on your camping site. Enjoy the night sky next to your fire pit and see every star in the sky with no lights to be seen. If you need to run your generator... No problem. (You can run your generator from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm). This quite very secluded mountain property is the perfect get-a-way form all the lights and noise from every day city living. This property is what real camping is all about. Please be considerate as they may be a few other campers nearby on the property. 46 min -  Drive to Walsenburg Reservoir and Lathrop State Park Home to Horseshoe Lake and Marin Lake. Lathrop State Park is a Colorado state park located 3 miles west of Walsenburg. The state purchased the property in 1962 and opened Colorado's first state park here later that same year. It is named after Harold Lathrop, the first director of state parks 1 hr 30 min - Drive to the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, Colorado Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is in southern Colorado. It’s known for huge dunes like the towering Star Dune, and for the seasonal Medano Creek and beach created at the base of the dunes. The backcountry Medano Pass Primitive Road winds through a canyon toward the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Trails lead to forests, wetlands and alpine lakes like Medano Lake, which is home to trout and tundra wildlife 1 hr 57 min - Drive to Zapata Falls Zapata Falls is a waterfall located in the San Luis Valley near the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains on Bureau of Land Management land adjacent to Rio Grande National Forest and south of Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve in Alamosa County, Colorado. The waterfall has a drop of about 30 feet. Prices may vary on holiday weekends. Including Memorial Day weekend, Independence Day weekend and Labor Day weekend. Mountain Road Disclosure: The Sheep Mountain property it’s located in a mountainous area. There are 7 miles of dirt and mountainous roads from the highway to the property. Although the dirt roads are maintained there may be grooves and ruts in some areas due to weather. Please be advise that trucks and four-wheel vehicles will have a much easier time navigating these roads. Other vehicles may need to slow down and take it easy through some potentially rough areas. PROPERTY UPDATE: DUE TO THE RECENT WIND STORM, SOME TREES WERE UPROOTED AND BLOWN OVER ON THE PROPERTY. TREES WERE REMOVE FROM THE ROAD AND CAMP SITES. SOME ARE STILL DOWN IN THE AREA. WE ARE WORKING WITH LOCAL CONTRACTORS TO HAVE THEM CUT DOWN FOR FIREWOOD AND MOVED OUT OF THE WAY. THE DOWNED TREES DO NOT INTERFERE WITH THE ABILITY FOR YOU TO BRING YOUR RV OR TENT TO SETUP CAMP. FEEL FREE TO GATHER THE DOWNED TREES AND BRANCHES TO USE FOR FIREWOOD. THANKS YOU AND WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR STAY.

3. M2M Mountain Retreat

30mi from Pueblo · 1 site · Lodging

Come stay with us in our recreational vehicle nestled at the base of the mountains of San Iseabel Forest in Colorado

4. Lake Pueblo State Park

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370 sites · Pueblo, Colorado

Enjoy all things water related at this fishing and water sports hot spot.

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5. San Isabel National Forest

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912 sites · Smeltertown, Colorado

Walk along the footsteps of giants in this natural Rocky Mountain playground.

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6. Modern San Isabel Cabin

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31mi from Pueblo · 1 site · Lodging

Our cabin is located on a scenic byway within the San Isabel National Forest at an altitude of 8600 ft. It is next to Lake Isabel where kayaking and fishing are popular in the Summer and Ice fishing snowshoeing and tubing in the Winter. You can explore nearby Bishop's Castle as well as enjoy hiking, bicycling or riding on one of the many trails. Wildlife viewing in the area is also plentiful. You’ll love our cabin because it provides the privacy and solitude of nature with the comforts of home.Learn more about this land:Modern cabin across from lake Isabel. This is a fairly new mountain home within the National Forest. There are three levels that can accommodate 4 guests comfortably in its 2 bedrooms, 1 and 1/2 baths and living area. There is also a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and all the needed utensils. We have DirecTV, wifi and a landline phone available.

7. San Isabel Lodging

31mi from Pueblo · 20 sites

Discover the unique charm of our campground, nestled in the breathtaking mountains at an elevation of over 8,500 feet. The scenic Colorado Frontier Highway 165, less traveled by tourists, provides stunning views and year-round recreational opportunities. Located just 25 minutes west-northwest of I-25 at Colorado City, San Isabel is rich in history and offers a plethora of outdoor activities for the entire family. Enjoy fishing, paddle boarding, canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, dirt biking, ATV riding, and even natural water slides—there's no shortage of adventure here! In addition to outdoor fun, the area boasts attractions such as Bishop’s Castle and The Great Sand Dunes National Monument, making it a perfect destination for exploration and relaxation. We cater to all types of visitors with our diverse lodging options. Choose from 20 fully-furnished rustic cabin rentals at The Pine Lodge and The Lodge, designed for easy getaways where you can simply load up the car and escape into nature. Experience the beauty and excitement of the Colorado mountains with us!

Public campgrounds near Pueblo

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Arkansas Point

6.6mi from Pueblo · 89 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Pueblo State Park

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Juniper Breaks

7.7mi from Pueblo · 82 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Pueblo State Park

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Northern Plains

8.9mi from Pueblo · 199 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Pueblo State Park

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Davenport Campground

29mi from Pueblo · 12 sites · in San Isabel National Forest

Mingus Ranch Campground

30mi from Pueblo · 1 site · in San Isabel National Forest

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Ophir Creek Campground

31mi from Pueblo · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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Lake Isabel Cabin

31mi from Pueblo · 1 site · in San Isabel National Forest

Southside Campground

31mi from Pueblo · 8 sites · in San Isabel National Forest

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La Vista Campground

31mi from Pueblo · 29 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

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St Charles Campground

32mi from Pueblo · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Ponderosa Campground

32mi from Pueblo · 1 site · Tent, RV · in San Isabel National Forest

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Oak Creek Campground

36mi from Pueblo · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · in San Isabel National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Byung

October 2025

23 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Secluded Mountain Property

We brought out wolf pup 16bhsbl travel trailer out to camps the site is huge with plenty of space for 2-3 other families. The directions were easy to follow, however there was one sign that was missing as per the written instructions. One of our party members missed the gate because of the missing sign. The entrance to the camp sign was a little rutted out and you should feel comfortable off roading with a trailer.

Dusty

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded Mountain Property

Stayed at this property 3 times and loved it every single time! Big, quiet, clean, and beautiful!

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Laurance

August 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Secluded Mountain Property

Great camping spot, we only had two campers so there was plenty of space. Views were incredible. We will definitely be back and probably make it a family event next time. Thanks Michael.

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Jordan

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded Mountain Property

There are gorgeous 360 views, and it’s so private and peaceful. In the morning we even saw cows walking up a mountain across from our site, it was a beautiful space and I would definitely return for a refreshing trip.

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Jimmy

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded Mountain Property

Secluded, beautiful, quiet, Michael’s land had it all, his directions were spot on, dry creek camp spot was amazing.

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Scott

August 2025

2 nights at Phantom Canyon Acres

We really enjoyed our stay at the Cottage Cabin! Very clean, amazingly quiet and in a beautiful setting. Proximity to the Victor and Cripple Creek area made our sightseeing excursions more enjoyable.

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Jenni

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Secluded Mountain Property

I loved how secluded and quiet the property was without being too far from home. The directions were a bit hard as the rocks painted white blend in when the sun hits them (there is a red dirt road with white rocks outlining it and this is the property immediately after that one). I thought the tent sites were a bit more spread out, but they are all close to each other, so its perfect for large groups renting all 3 spaces. We got lucky and we're the only ones that booked it over the weekend and had a very peaceful and empty site. We definitely will keep this site as a go-to for future camping trips! The host was also accommodating and generous about our trip.

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joey

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Secluded Mountain Property

Absolutely love this spot. Been back 3 times in less than a year and already planning the next.

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Harrison

July 2025

With pets

3 nights at Phantom Canyon Acres

Jeff's property is spectacular. This is the third time we have stayed at one of his properties and each time we have had a memorable time! It is very secluded, directions to the property are great, and everything is as advertised. The mattresses were more comfortable than expected for a place in the woods. It is so nice to be off the grid but also have a roof over your head and not have to worry about your tent getting wet if it rains. There is a lot to explore. We will absolutely be back!

Richard

July 2025

16 ft car

With kids

Weekend Trip to Secluded Mountain Property

What an incredibly beautiful location. The directions for very easy to follow and the landmarks to follow easy to spot. The camp site itself was huge, with plenty of trails and dry river beds to follow around. We spent hours wandering looking at rocks, track marks from various animals and the different kinds of vegetation. So much cacti. We saw deer, wild turkeys, and the great wild cow on the ranch next to us. Michael was so easy to communicate with and pleasant to talk to you. We genuinely cannot wait to return and bring our friends for a big family trip.

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Paul

July 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Secluded Mountain Property

Dry Creek was a great location for our purposes. Very secluded and quiet. We stayed 5 days and really enjoyed the freedom. Two notes: only hilltop has picnic tables, dry creek does not. i didn’t need one but i was looking for one thinking that would help me find the location. I would caution potential campers that the directions can be a little confusing. The first set of white rocks in the directions were not obvious (potentially my fault for looking too low) they are just before the turn as mentioned but it is a string of rocks at eye level on the right not a pile and not on the road. Secondly after taking that right and going up (it is much less tuna .3 miles) there is a split, go right! then another split where you will see the cable on your right (white rocks definitely obvious here). After that it’s easy but i got turned around convinced i was on the wrong property. Hope the additional directions are helpful to someone else. Again, the site was great once we got there so don’t let the directions dissuade you.

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Bonita

July 2025

12 ft pop-up camper

2 nights at Secluded Mountain Property

Great views, quiet campsite and not far from towns.