Belle of Colorado Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check in: 2 pm'Check out: 12 pm (noon)'Quiet Hours: 10 pm to 6 am
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 32.6 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.2679, -106.3516
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
The Belle of Colorado is a tent-only, non-reservable campground located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in a shaded lodgepole pine forest. Facilities include vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, fire rings, and pedestal grills. Several desirable campsites are located near the shoreline. Firewood is available at the host site. During weekdays, usage is moderate, but heavy on weekends.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Belle of Colorado Campground free?
No. Belle of Colorado Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Belle of Colorado Campground?
From Leadville, follow signs to Turquoise Lake Recreation Area.
What are the rules at Belle of Colorado Campground?
The following restrictions apply to this campground : Maximum 8 persons per site: 2 tents and 2 vehicles. Dogs must be leashed at all times. No discharge of firearms or fireworks. Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground. Camping is NOT ALLOWED behind a LOCKED GATE.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
