Lake Isabel Cabin

PSICC — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: CANON CITY, CO, CO

Price: From $130 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (55 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lake Isabel Cabin is ideal for guests who wish to experience camping in the Pike and San Isabel National Forest, yet sleep in a bed with a roof overhead. The modern cabin is full-service and can accommodate up to six guests, with convenient access to Lake Isabel, just three minutes away. Lake Isabel is one of the few lakes in Colorado developed purely for recreation.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lake-isabel-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Lake Isabel Cabin offers full-service accommodations for up to six guests in Pike and San Isabel National Forest with convenient access to Lake Isabel, just three minutes away, ideal for those seeking camping with bed and roof comfort. The location features stunning views and amenities including flush toilets, showers, fishing, fire rings, and picnic tables.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Lions present in area; also Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Steller's Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, Wild Turkey, Striped Skunk, and multiple snake species (Smooth Greensnake, Colorado Checkered Whiptail, Wandering Garter Snake)

Insider tips for Lake Isabel Cabin: Book early—this is a federal campground with limited availability Use Recreation.gov for reservations and accurate directions; cabin is located off Highway 165 in Rye at Lake Isabel, not central Canon City Site location allows easy backing in for RVs up to approximately 18 feet

Skip Lake Isabel Cabin if: Seeking hookups—no hookups available at this site. Planning to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Lake Isabel Cabin: May-October — Official operating season per verified campground data.

Nearby campgrounds: Southside Campground - Lake Isabel (Canon City, CO), St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel (Canon City, CO), Ponderosa Group - Lake Isabel (CANON CITY, CO), Davenport Campground (Canon City, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lake Isabel Cabin

Cell signal at Lake Isabel Cabin (CANON 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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CANON CITY, CO, CO★ 4.3 (55 reviews)From $130/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lake Isabel Cabin is ideal for guests who wish to experience camping in the Pike and San Isabel National Forest, yet sleep in a bed with a roof overhead. The modern cabin is full-service and can accommodate up to six guests, with convenient access to Lake Isabel, just three minutes away. Lake Isabel is one of the few lakes in Colorado developed purely for recreation.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush 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:✕ Seeking hookups—no hookups available at this site✕ Planning to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with limited availability

Use Recreation.gov for reservations and accurate directions; cabin is located off Highway 165 in Rye at Lake Isabel, not central Canon City

Site location allows easy backing in for RVs up to approximately 18 feet

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified campground data

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 · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain Lions present in area; also Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Steller's Jay, Red-tailed Hawk, Wild Turkey, Striped Skunk, and multiple snake species (Smooth Greensnake, Colorado Checkered Whiptail, Wandering Garter Snake)

Location

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From Pueblo, Colorado, take I-25 south to exit #74. Then head west on Highway 165 for about 20 miles. Cabin is directly across from the entrance to Lake Isabel Recreation Area.

Campground entrance

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Community

#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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Lake Isabel Cabin cost per night?+
Lake Isabel Cabin costs $130 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Lake Isabel Cabin open?+
Lake Isabel Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lake Isabel Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Lake Isabel Cabin?+
Lake Isabel Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Lake Isabel Cabin?+
Lake Isabel Cabin 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 Lake Isabel Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lake Isabel Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lake Isabel Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Lake Isabel Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$130 /night★ 4.3 (55)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Southside Campground - Lake Isabel

Canon City, CO

From $25/night

St Charles Campground - Lake Isabel

Canon City, CO

From $25/night

Ponderosa Group - Lake Isabel

CANON CITY, CO

From $150/night

Davenport Campground

Canon City, CO

From $25/night

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