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Lost Park

Federal campground in PSICC

Location: Bailey, CO, CO

Price: From $22 per night

Price range: $22–$24 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/lost-park to be notified when sites open up.

Highly-rated (4.8/5 stars) isolated campground near Lost Creek Wilderness with access to Colorado Trail trailheads. Google reviewers praise its beautiful, improved grounds and excellent backpacking opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Moose, American Beaver, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Pika, Steller's Jay, Rock Wren, Northern Flicker, Sharp-shinned Hawk

Insider tips for Lost Park: First-come, first-served only — no advance reservations Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for payment Access multiple Colorado Trail trailhead sections on the road to the campground Lost Creek Wilderness loop hiking available nearby

Skip Lost Park if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You prefer advance reservations — first-come, first-served only. You visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal. You need multiple site options — only 1 tent site available.

Best time to visit Lost Park: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Green Mountain Campground (Pine, CO), Twin Eagle (Lake George, CO), Buffalo Campground (Bailey, CO), Spruce Grove Campground (Lake George, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lost Park

Cell signal at Lost Park (Bailey, 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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    Bailey, CO, CO★ 4 (0 reviews)From $22/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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    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 RV hookups — no hookups available✕ You prefer advance reservations — first-come, first-served only✕ You visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal✕ You need multiple site options — only 1 tent site available

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    First-come, first-served only

    no advance reservations

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

    Access multiple Colorado Trail trailhead sections on the road to the campground

    Lost Creek Wilderness loop hiking available nearby

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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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: Moose, American Beaver, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Pika, Steller's Jay, Rock Wren, Northern Flicker, Sharp-shinned Hawk

    Location

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    N/A· PSICC
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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 — 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 Lost Park cost per night?+
    Lost Park costs $22–$24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Lost Park open?+
    Lost Park is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Lost Park have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Lost Park?+
    Lost Park is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Lost Park?+
    Lost Park 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 Lost Park?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lost Park is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Lost Park open, and what are check-in times?+
    Lost Park is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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    $22 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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