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Angel Of Shavano Group

PSICC — lakeside, fishing

Location: SALIDA, CO, CO

Price: From $145 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area’s best kept camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking and fishing. Reservations are REQUIRED at this facility.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/angel-of-shavano-group to be notified when sites open up.

Located next to the North Fork South Arkansas River with the Colorado Trail starting within the campground, offering excellent hiking, biking, and fishing opportunities. Described as one of the area's best-kept camping secrets.

Wildlife alert: Moose and Bighorn Sheep observed in the area—use caution and maintain distance. Also watch for Mule Deer and Dusky Grouse.

Insider tips for Angel Of Shavano Group: Reservations are required and can be made up to 1 year in advance—book early for peak season The Colorado Trail begins within the campground, eliminating drive time to trailheads Fishing access is available directly at the campground on the North Fork South Arkansas River

Skip Angel Of Shavano Group if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May through October—seasonal operations only. You prefer spontaneous camping—reservations are required at this facility.

Best time to visit Angel Of Shavano Group: May through October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: Angel Of Shavano (Salida, CO), North Fork Campground (Salida, Co) (Salida, CO), Monarch Park (SALIDA, CO), Cascade (Colorado) (SALIDA, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Angel Of Shavano Group

Cell signal at Angel Of Shavano Group (SALIDA, CO): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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SALIDA, CO, CO★ 4.4 (9 reviews)From $145/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area’s best kept camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking and fishing. Reservations are REQUIRED at this facility.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You're visiting outside May through October—seasonal operations only✕ You prefer spontaneous camping—reservations are required at this facility

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Reservations are required and can be made up to 1 year in advance

book early for peak season

The Colorado Trail begins within the campground, eliminating drive time to trailheads

Fishing access is available directly at the campground on the North Fork South Arkansas River

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during this period only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose and Bighorn Sheep observed in the area—use caution and maintain distance. Also watch for Mule Deer and Dusky Grouse.

Location

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SALIDA RANGER DISTRICT OFFICE (719)539-3591 (FOR INFORMATION ONLY M-F 8AM-4:30PM) FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-877-444-6777· PSICC
Getting there →

From Poncha Springs, Colorado, take U.S. Highway 50 west 6 miles, then right on County Road 240 and travel 4 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — PSICC fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at PSICC before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Angel Of Shavano Group cost per night?+
Angel Of Shavano Group costs $145 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Angel Of Shavano Group open?+
Angel Of Shavano Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Angel Of Shavano Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Angel Of Shavano Group?+
Angel Of Shavano Group can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Angel Of Shavano Group?+
Angel Of Shavano Group is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Angel Of Shavano Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Angel Of Shavano Group is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Angel Of Shavano Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Angel Of Shavano Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$145 /night★ 4.4 (9)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Angel Of Shavano

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From $24/night

Cascade (Colorado)

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From $25/night

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