Father Dyer 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 · 33.0 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.2736, -106.3487
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Father Dyer Campground is located in a shaded lodgepole pine forest near the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake at an elevation of 9,900 feet. A foot trail to the lake is available between campsites 16 and 17. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, potable water, and vault toilets. Firewood is available at the host site. During weekdays, usage is moderate, but heavy on weekends.Please click on the link to see maps of Turquoise Lake Campgrounds.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Father Dyer Campground free?
No. Father Dyer Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Father Dyer Campground?
Follow signs from Leadville to Turquoise Lake Recreation Area
What are the rules at Father Dyer Campground?
The following restrictions apply to this campground : Maximum 8 persons per site: 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle. 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. Pressurized water hydrants are located throughout the campground. Limited water available - no water hookups.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
