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Deer Lakes (Co)

Federal campground in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

Location: Lake City, CO, CO

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/deer-lakes-co to be notified when sites open up.

Newly reconstructed federal campground with wonderful views and pristine small lakes offering good fishing. Remote and quiet location with regular moose visitors and abundant wildlife.

Wildlife alert: Moose are regular visitors; also Yellow-bellied Marmot, Wyoming Ground Squirrel, Muskrat, Canada Jay, White-crowned Sparrow, Swainson's Hawk, and Mountain Bluebird documented in area.

Insider tips for Deer Lakes (Co): First-come, first-served only — arrive early to claim a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for on-site payment. No cell service on T-Mobile reported; plan accordingly.

Skip Deer Lakes (Co) if: You need water hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You require reliable cell service.. You need to reserve ahead — first-come, first-served only..

Best time to visit Deer Lakes (Co): May-October — Official operating season per verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Williams Creek (Co) (Lake City, CO), Mill Creek Campground (Co) (Lake City, CO), Marshall Park (CREEDE, CO), River Hill (CREEDE, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Deer Lakes (Co)

Cell signal at Deer Lakes (Co) (Lake City, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    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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    Lake City, CO, CO★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups.
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables

    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 water hookups — no hookups available at most sites.✕ You require reliable cell service.✕ You need to reserve ahead — first-come, first-served only.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only

    arrive early to claim a site.

    Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for on-site payment.

    No cell service on T-Mobile reported; plan accordingly.

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season per verified data.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

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

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Moose are regular visitors; also Yellow-bellied Marmot, Wyoming Ground Squirrel, Muskrat, Canada Jay, White-crowned Sparrow, Swainson's Hawk, and Mountain Bluebird documented in area.

    Location

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    N/A· Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
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    Campground entrance

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    #community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Deer Lakes (Co) cost per night?+
    Deer Lakes (Co) costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Deer Lakes (Co) open?+
    Deer Lakes (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Deer Lakes (Co) have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Deer Lakes (Co)?+
    Deer Lakes (Co) is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Deer Lakes (Co)?+
    Deer Lakes (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 Deer Lakes (Co)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Deer Lakes (Co) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Deer Lakes (Co) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Deer Lakes (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $20 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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