Matchless 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
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 31.9 mi
- Coordinates
- 39.2581, -106.3594
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
Located on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake , Matchless Campground is a non-reservable camprground that accomodates larger recreational vehicles. Facilities include restrooms, potable water, picnic tables, and fire rings. This campground is adjacent to the boat ramp and parking areas. Firewood is available at the host site. During weekdays, usage is moderate, but heavy on weekends. It is named after one of the profitable silver mines in Leadville that made Horace A.W. Tabor one of the riches men in America. High altitude sickness may occur at 10,000 feet. Please click on the link for Turquoise Lake Campground maps .
From the USFS.
Is Matchless Campground free?
No. Matchless Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Matchless Campground?
Matchless Campground is at 39.2581, -106.3594. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
What are the rules at Matchless 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.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
