Blue Lake National Forest Campground
| Region: Southeast | County: Huerfano | |
| Latitude: 37.321769 | Longitude: -105.137367 | Elevation: 10,500 ft. |
| Total Sites: 15 | Group Sites: 0 | Max Vehicle length: 40 ft |
| Water: Yes | Elec: No | Fire pits: Yes |
| Nearby Towns: La Veta |
The Blue Lake campground is located in the San Isabel National Forest, near La Veta Colorado. Blue lake is about 1/2 mile away and a small creek runs through the campground. The campsites are broken up into two loops. The larger loop is in the open, the smaller one is nestled in the trees. There is a handicap accessible toilet, it’s located in the small loop of Blue Lake campground.
There are many activities to enjoy in the area. Hiking trails are abundant in the area, there’s the North Fork Trail, Indian Trial and others. The Indian Trail is a mixed use that accesses an additional 23 miles of trails for ATV’s, motorcycle, bicycle, foot and horse’s. Fishing in Blue Lake, Bear Lake and their tributaries is also a popular pass time! Want to take a drive, take a trip on the Highway of Legends Scenic Byway between La Veta and Trinidad Colorado. This Colorado scenic byway starts in Walsenburg Colorado and travels along Highway 160 to La Veta Colorado. It then continues along Highway 12, between the Spanish Peaks, past the turn off to Blue Lake Campground, through Cuchara Colorado, over Cucharas Pass and down into the valley ending in Trinidad Colorado. You’ll enjoy beautiful and historic scenery all along this Colorado Scenic Byway.
The climate in this area is perfect for outdoor activities too. In Summer, daytime temperatures can reach the 80’s with nighttime temps in the low 40’s. Spring and Fall here tends to be dry and sunny with 60’s during the day and 30’s at night. Great weather and a lot of things to do make the Blue Lake campground a very popular Colorado camping destination during the Spring, Summer and Fall!
Services Available at Blue Lake Campground:
Drinking water from well with hand pump, tables, fire rings with grate, trash receptacles, vault toilets
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Directions to the Bear Lake Campground
| Location: From La Veta Colorado, drive south on SH 12 for 15 miles to FSR 422. Turn right onto FSR422 and follow it for 4 miles until you reach the Blue Lake Campground. |
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Additional Information
- The Blue Lake Campground is a first come, first served campground. No reservations are required.
- The maximum number of people per site is 10.
- The season for this campground is late May through early October, weather permitting.
- Please review the bulletin board or consult the campground host for specific rules, regulations and restrictions in this campground
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