Spillway Campground

PSICC — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Lake George, CO, CO

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (187 reviews)

Season: May through October

Spillway Campground is perched along the South Platte River near the base of the dam of Eleven Mile Reservoir. Adventurists and families alike will find things to do here. Birding is excellent, as is hiking.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Spillway Campground offers excellent fly fishing on the South Platte River, beautiful hiking including the Overlook Trail with views of Eleven Mile Canyon, and opportunities to spot Golden Eagles nesting in nearby granite cliffs. Google reviews highlight well-maintained facilities, friendly hosts, and a peaceful atmosphere with sites ranging from close together to spacious spots nestled in the rocks.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, American Beaver, American Mink, Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Mountain Bluebird, and California Gull are documented in the area.

Insider tips for Spillway Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand and only 22 sites. Bring a fly rod for abundant catches in the South Platte River. Sites nestled against canyon cliffs offer seclusion and dramatic views; request these when booking.

Skip Spillway Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal closure.. You prefer larger, less crowded campgrounds — some sites are close together..

Best time to visit Spillway Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. Summer — Peak season for fly fishing and hiking activities; birding is excellent year-round within operating season..

Nearby campgrounds: Cove Campground (Lake George, CO), Springer Gulch (Lake George, CO), Riverside (Co) (Lake George, CO), Blue Mountain (Lake George, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Spillway Campground

Cell signal at Spillway Campground (Lake George, 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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Lake George, CO, CO★ 4.5 (187 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Spillway Campground is perched along the South Platte River near the base of the dam of Eleven Mile Reservoir. Adventurists and families alike will find things to do here. Birding is excellent, as is hiking.

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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.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault 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:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal closure.✕ You prefer larger, less crowded campgrounds — some sites are close together.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand and only 22 sites.

Bring a fly rod for abundant catches in the South Platte River.

Sites nestled against canyon cliffs offer seclusion and dramatic views; request these when booking.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Best: Summer

Peak season for fly fishing and hiking activities; birding is excellent year-round within operating season.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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, American Beaver, American Mink, Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Mountain Bluebird, and California Gull are documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Lake George, Colorado, turn off of Highway 24 onto County Road 96. Follow the road for about one mile turn right to the Eleven Mile Canyon entrance. Spillway Campground is the last campground which is about 9 miles up Eleven Mile Canyon near the dam.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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

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How much does Spillway Campground cost per night?+
Spillway Campground costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Spillway Campground open?+
Spillway Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Spillway Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Spillway Campground?+
Spillway Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Spillway Campground?+
Spillway Campground 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 Spillway Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Spillway Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Spillway Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Spillway Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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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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$24 /night★ 4.5 (187)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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