Lone Rock Campground (Co)

PSICC — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO, CO

Price: From $28 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (108 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lone Rock Campground, located along the South Platte River, boasts spectacular views and top-notch fly fishing waters. Hikers thoroughly enjoy the nearby Gill Trail and kayakers are drawn to the rapids of the rushing river. Wildlife viewing is rewarding here and campers may spot moose, mule deer, owls, golden eagles and more.Anglers flock to the river, renowned for rainbow and brown trout fishing.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Located along the renowned South Platte River with spectacular fly fishing for rainbow and brown trout, plus nearby hiking on the Gill Trail and opportunities for wildlife viewing including moose, mule deer, and golden eagles.

Wildlife alert: Mule deer, osprey, great blue herons, and American dippers are research-grade documented species within 8km of the campground.

Insider tips for Lone Rock Campground (Co): Book early—this federal campground fills up quickly during peak season Bring your own hookups or confirm your RV is self-contained; most sites have no hookups Firewood is available for sale on-site

Skip Lone Rock Campground (Co) if: You need full RV hookups—only self-contained RVs are suitable. You plan to visit November through April—campground is seasonal.

Best time to visit Lone Rock Campground (Co): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this window as stated in verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Platte River (Sedalia, CO), Kelsey Campground (S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO), Ouzel (Sedalia, CO), Devils Head Campground (Sedalia, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lone Rock Campground (Co)

Cell signal at Lone Rock Campground (Co) (S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, 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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S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO, CO★ 3.9 (108 reviews)From $28/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lone Rock Campground, located along the South Platte River, boasts spectacular views and top-notch fly fishing waters. Hikers thoroughly enjoy the nearby Gill Trail and kayakers are drawn to the rapids of the rushing river. Wildlife viewing is rewarding here and campers may spot moose, mule deer, owls, golden eagles and more.Anglers flock to the river, renowned for rainbow and brown trout fishing.

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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.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 full RV hookups—only self-contained RVs are suitable✕ You plan to visit November through April—campground is seasonal

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this federal campground fills up quickly during peak season

Bring your own hookups or confirm your RV is self-contained; most sites have no hookups

Firewood is available for sale on-site

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during this window as stated in verified data.

Things to do nearby

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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: Mule deer, osprey, great blue herons, and American dippers are research-grade documented species within 8km of the campground.

Location

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303-275-5610· PSICC
Getting there →

From Denver, Colorado, take Highway 285 southwest to Pine Junction, Colorado. Turn south on Jefferson County 126 and travel 28 miles. Look for signs into campground.

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 Lone Rock Campground (Co) cost per night?+
Lone Rock Campground (Co) costs $28 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lone Rock Campground (Co) open?+
Lone Rock Campground (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lone Rock Campground (Co) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?+
Lone Rock Campground (Co) can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?+
Lone Rock Campground (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 Lone Rock Campground (Co)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lone Rock Campground (Co) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lone Rock Campground (Co) open, and what are check-in times?+
Lone Rock Campground (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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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
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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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$28 /night★ 3.9 (108)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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