Island Lake Campground
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Delta, CO, CO
Price: From $26 per night
Price range: $26–$190 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (105 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Island Lake Campground is located at an elevation of 10,000 feet on Colorado’s Grand Mesa, which is home to more than 300 fishing lakes, near the cities of Cedaredge and Delta. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent fishing, canoeing and hiking opportunities.More than 3,000 miles of trails and routes provide access to areas of rugged beauty and solitude. Many were carved by indigenous peoples, early explorers and miners, offering an experience that connects visitors to the land and its prehis
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Island Lake Campground sits at 10,000 feet on Colorado's Grand Mesa with access to over 300 fishing lakes and 3,000+ miles of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Campers praise the spacious sites, stunning views, and excellent paddleboarding and fishing opportunities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Pacific Marten, Long-tailed Weasel, Mule Deer, Boreal Owl, and Steller's Jay verified in area. High mosquito populations reported by campers.
Insider tips for Island Lake Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a boat or paddleboard for lake activities; boat launch available Campsites are spacious with plenty of privacy; arrive early to secure lakeside spots
Skip Island Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're sensitive to mosquitoes — campground sits in a wet bog area with significant mosquito populations. You expect year-round operation — seasonal operations confirmed.
Best time to visit Island Lake Campground: Summer — Optimal conditions for fishing, hiking, paddleboarding, and trail access on the Mesa.
Nearby campgrounds: Little Bear (Cedaredge, CO), Cobbett Lake (CEDAREDGE, CO), Cottonwood Lake (Co) (Molina, CO), Spruce Grove (Co) (Molina, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Island Lake Campground
Cell signal at Island Lake Campground (Delta, CO): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 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.
Island Lake Campground is located at an elevation of 10,000 feet on Colorado’s Grand Mesa, which is home to more than 300 fishing lakes, near the cities of Cedaredge and Delta. Visitors enjoy the area for its excellent fishing, canoeing and hiking opportunities.More than 3,000 miles of trails and routes provide access to areas of rugged beauty and solitude. Many were carved by indigenous peoples, early explorers and miners, offering an experience that connects visitors to the land and its prehistoric and historic past.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Bring a boat or paddleboard for lake activities; boat launch available
Campsites are spacious with plenty of privacy; arrive early to secure lakeside spots
Optimal conditions for fishing, hiking, paddleboarding, and trail access on the Mesa
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Cedaredge, Colorado, take State Route 65 north for 15.7 miles to campground sign (Forest Route 116). Turn left at sign onto Route 116 (gravel) and go 1.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
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- 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.
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