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Springer Gulch

PSICC — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Lake George, CO, CO

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (84 reviews)

Season: May through October

Springer Gulch Campground is located in the Eleven Mile Canyon, a short walk from the South Platte River, offering sweeping mountain views at an altitude of 8,300 feet. Fly fishermen will find an abundance of trout and visitors enjoy exploring area trails. Parking aprons are dirt and fit trailers up to 25 feet in length.

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/springer-gulch to be notified when sites open up.

Springer Gulch offers sweeping mountain views at 8,300 feet elevation in Eleven Mile Canyon with excellent fly fishing for trout and access to nearby hiking trails including the Overlook Trail. Google reviews (4.3/5 from 42 reviews) highlight the clean sites, beautiful canyon scenery, and abundant recreational opportunities.

Wildlife alert: American Beaver, American Mink, Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Mountain Bluebird, California Gull, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Springer Gulch: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 14 sites. Bring hand sanitizer and lysol spray for vault toilets. Download music and movies ahead of time — no cell reception at the campground. Access to nearby Overlook Trail offers views of Eleven Mile Canyon and potential golden eagle sightings.

Skip Springer Gulch if: You need RV hookups — campground has no hookups; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. You're uncomfortable with dirt road access to the campground..

Best time to visit Springer Gulch: May-October — Official operating season; offers sweeping mountain views and trout fishing opportunities during warmer months..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Springer Gulch

Cell signal at Springer Gulch (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★ 4.2 (84 reviews)From $24/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Springer Gulch Campground is located in the Eleven Mile Canyon, a short walk from the South Platte River, offering sweeping mountain views at an altitude of 8,300 feet. Fly fishermen will find an abundance of trout and visitors enjoy exploring area trails. Parking aprons are dirt and fit trailers up to 25 feet in length.

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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 RV28 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    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 — campground has no hookups; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You're uncomfortable with dirt road access to the campground.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with only 14 sites.

    Bring hand sanitizer and lysol spray for vault toilets.

    Download music and movies ahead of time

    no cell reception at the campground.

    Access to nearby Overlook Trail offers views of Eleven Mile Canyon and potential golden eagle sightings.

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season; offers sweeping mountain views and trout fishing opportunities during warmer months.

    Things to do nearby

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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: American Beaver, American Mink, Gunnison's Prairie Dog, Mountain Bluebird, California Gull, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake documented in the area.

    Location

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    Getting there →

    From Lake George, turn south off Highway 24 onto County Road 96. Follow County Road 96 turn right to the Eleven Mile Canyon entrance. Springer Gulch Campground is on the right about 6 miles from the entrance.

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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.
    • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Springer Gulch cost per night?+
    Springer Gulch costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Springer Gulch open?+
    Springer Gulch is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Springer Gulch have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Springer Gulch?+
    Springer Gulch can accommodate RVs up to 28 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Springer Gulch?+
    Springer Gulch 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 Springer Gulch?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Springer Gulch is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Springer Gulch open, and what are check-in times?+
    Springer Gulch is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $24 /night★ 4.2 (84)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Riverside (Co)

    Lake George, CO

    From $24/night

    Cove Campground

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    From $24/night

    Spillway Campground

    Lake George, CO

    From $24/night

    Blue Mountain

    Lake George, CO

    From $24/night

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