Angel of Shavano

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USDA Forest Service

1Supported overnight records

1Published site categories

0Sites with a reported party limit

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A closer look at the campground

Overview 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. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. Facilities Parking for two vehicles or one small RV are allowed at each site; sites are better suited for tent camping. Natural Features The Angel of Shavano Campground is ideally suited for tent camping. The campsites are wooded with aspen and spruce trees along the north fork of the south Arkansas River. The Angel of Shavano Trailhead for the Colorado Trail #1776 is across the road from the campground. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

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Standard Nonelectric

Operator directions

From the junction of Highways 50/285 in Poncha Springs, travel west on Highway 50 for 6 miles. As you approach the town of Maysville, watch for County Road 240 on the right. Turn onto County Road 240 and travel for 3 miles to the campground. The group campground is located on the left side of the road. Continue past the group area to the main entrance for Angel of Shavano Campground.

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SITE / LOOP	TYPE	EQUIPMENT LIMITS	PEOPLE / VEHICLES	DRIVEWAY	ELECTRIC / SHADE
Site Standard Scan and Pay Source updated: 2025-12-04	Standard Nonelectric	Not reportedNumeric screening only	Not reported people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported

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Angel of Shavano

A closer look at the campground

How much is documented?

The campsite mix

Operator directions

1 published campsite records

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