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Alta Lakes Camping Area

USFS · Camping Area · Dispersed · Free

DispersedFree

Fast facts

Cost
Free
Managed by
USFS
Type
Camping Area
Hours
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Reservations
fs.usda.gov
Nearest dump station
Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 97.0 mi
Coordinates
37.8846, -107.8467
Last verified
September 18, 2026
37.8846° N · 107.8467° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Alta Lakes is a popular dispersed camping area that offers fishing and camping in a spectacular alpine setting. There are 20 designated campsites that are completely undeveloped. The access road to the area is narrow and rough, requiring a high clearance vehicle. Trailers and RV's are not reccomended.

From the USFS.

Is Alta Lakes Camping Area free?

Yes. Alta Lakes Camping Area is free to use. It is managed by the USFS. It is a dispersed area, so there are no hookups, no water and no trash service unless a report below says otherwise.

How do I get to Alta Lakes Camping Area?

Travel approximately 5 miles south of Telluride, CO on State Highway 145. Turn east on Forest Road #632 (Alta Road) and climb about 4.3 miles, pass the Alta townsite. Camping is allowed only in designated campsites.

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What are the rules at Alta Lakes Camping Area?

This is bear country: campers must properly store food and other attractants.

Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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