Angel of Shavano Campground
USFS · Campground · Dispersed · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check out: 12 pm (noon)'Quiet hours: 10 pm to 6 am
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 21.7 mi
- Coordinates
- 38.5845, -106.2204
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
This 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. Dispersed camping spots may be found along 4x4 road (240) between Angel of Shavano and North Fork campgrounds.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Angel of Shavano Campground free?
No. Angel of Shavano Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Angel of Shavano Campground?
From the junction of Hwys 50/285 in Poncha Springs, travel west on Highway 50 for six miles. As you approach the town of Maysville, watch for County Road 240 on the right. Turn onto CR 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.
What are the rules at Angel of Shavano Campground?
Maximum 8 persons per site. Tents and vehicles must be in designated spots. Dogs must be leashed. Stay limit of 14 consecutive days. Limited water available - no water hookups.
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.
