Michigan Creek

Federal campground in PSICC

Location: Jefferson, CO, CO

Price: From $22 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): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Highly-rated remote campground (4.8/5 stars) with well-spaced sites and stunning mountain views. Located about an hour from Breckenridge with access to open field vistas and nearby hiking.

Wildlife alert: Moose, American Pika, Dusky Grouse, Evening Grosbeak, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, and American Pronghorn present in the area

Insider tips for Michigan Creek: 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 remote payment Bring water, trash bags, and all supplies — no hookups, running water, or trash cans available

Skip Michigan Creek if: You need electric or water hookups. You're visiting outside May-October. You prefer established amenities and services.

Best time to visit Michigan Creek: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this window only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lodgepole (Jefferson Lake, Fairplay Colorado) (Lake George, CO), Jefferson Creek (Lake George, CO), Aspen (Co) (Lake George, CO), Selkirk (Jefferson, CO).