Colorado · published-coordinate region
Lake Fork(Rio Grande Natl Fore
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USDA Forest Service19Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
19Sites with a reported party limit
A useful starting point, not a fit guarantee. Site-specific warnings are absent from this export. Published lengths may include a tow vehicle. Check the official site page for current notes, restrictions, approach and configuration before booking. No live availability is shown.
A closer look at the campground
Overview
Lake Fork Campground sits in the Rio Grande Forest, 40 miles northwest of Antonito, Colorado. The campground is a true getaway from any city, and requires an 18-mile drive on a gravel road. This high elevation campground boasts limitless beauty with mountain peaks, alpine wildlife spotting and several varieties of birds.Recreation
The campground is convenient to several trails, such as Lake Fork to Big Lake and Conejos Peak to Blue Lake.
The Conejos River is a Gold Medal River, meaning it offers the greatest potential for trophy trout fishing. Rainbow and brown trout are the most common species in the river.Facilities
Some campsites overlook the river. There is one centrally located drinking water spigot. All parking spurs are gravel. Firewood can be purchased on-site. No electric hookups are available.
Campers will find an old-fashioned steel tub bath at Brummel's Rocky Mountain Lodge about 10 miles south.Natural Features
The campground is located in south central Colorado on the banks of the Conejos River. It is shaded by spruce, aspen and a few cottonwoods and willows at an elevation of 9,500 feet.
A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including black bears, deer and marmots. Wildflowers dot the region, creating colorful landscapes for photography enthusiasts.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (805) 434-1996.
Nearby Attractions
Take in spectacular views of the Conejos Canyon and River along Forest Road 250.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 19 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
19
Vehicle limit
19
Vehicle length
19
Driveway entry
19
Shade
15
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
19
Operator directions
From Antonito, travel west on Highway 17 approximately 24 miles to the junction of Highways 17 and 250. Turn on Highway 250 and travel 18 miles on a gravel
road to Lake Fork Campground.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
19 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 19 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 60 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 60 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 002 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 003 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 004 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 20 ft Tent: 20 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 20 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 005 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 006 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 007 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 008 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 009 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 30 ft Tent: 30 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 010 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 011 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 012 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 25 ft Tent: 25 ft Trailer: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 25 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 013 Host LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 014 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 015 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 70 ft Tent: 70 ft Trailer: 70 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 70 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 016 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 60 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 60 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 017 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 018 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 019 LAKE Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 60 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 60 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Pull-Through 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
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