4.5mi from Silverton · 72 sites · Silverton, COMolas Lake Park and Campground stands out as a unique destination, offering visitors breathtaking alpine scenery, a tranquil 25-acre lake teeming with trout, and stunning dark skies free from light pollution. Open for day use from dawn to dusk, the park features four picnic areas equipped with grills, available on a first-come, first-served basis, making it an ideal spot for family gatherings or a peaceful day in nature.
The campground serves as a gateway to the San Juan National Forest, providing access to the Molas trail system, the Colorado Trail (segment 24), and the expansive Weminuche Wilderness, Colorado's largest wilderness area. Nestled on a pristine 137-acre alpine parcel granted to the Town of Silverton by the U.S. Federal Government in 1925, the park is surrounded by a dramatic skyline featuring Grand Turk, Sultan, Snowdon, N-1, N-2, N-3, and Electric peaks.
With 62 campsites, Molas Lake Campground offers a variety of options, including lakefront, rock outcrop, and secluded forest sites suitable for RVs, trailers, pop-ups, and tents. Some sites exceed 1,500 square feet, accommodating ultra-large RVs, while several walk-in tent sites