PSICC — lakeside, fishingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
CANON CITY, CO, CO★ 4 (25 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Blue Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation of 10,500 ft. Views of the nearby Culebra Range Mountains with aspen and spruce forests offer campers a genuine Colorado experience.This rustic campground has 16 campsites, each with a table and fire ring. An on-site camp host offers firewood bundles for sale.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV36 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric HookupsFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Need RV hookups - only self-contained RVs suitable, no hookups at most sites✕ Traveling outside May-October seasonal window✕ Prefer developed facilities - campground is rustic with vault toilets
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early - federal campground fills quickly
FSR 436 rough jeep road across from campground provides access to Trinchera Peak where Big Horn Sheep are often seen
Firewood available for sale on-site
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October per verified schedule
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: American Elk and Common Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels present; Flammulated Owls, Dusky Grouse, and Black-billed Magpies observed in area. Smooth Greensnakes and Western Terrestrial Garter Snakes also documented.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
FOR RESERVATIONS CALL (877) 444-6777, FOR OTHER, NON REAL TIME INFORMATION, CALL (719) 269-8500.· PSICC
Getting there →
From Colorado Highway 12 south of the Town of Cuchara, take FSR 422 4 miles west to the campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) cost per night?+
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) open?+
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co)?+
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) can accommodate RVs up to 36 feet.
How do I make reservations at Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co)?+
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) 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 Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) open, and what are check-in times?+
Blue Lake Campground - San Isabel Nf (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$25 /night★ 4 (25)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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FAQ
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