Woods Lake Campground Introduce
Welcome to Woods Lake Campground, a beautiful and secluded campground nestled in the San Juan National Forest near Placerville, Colorado. If you're looking for a peaceful mountain getaway and a true backcountry camping experience, Woods Lake Campground offers a rustic and unforgettable retreat.
Camping Experience:
- Primitive camping: Woods Lake Campground provides a rugged and undeveloped camping experience with no amenities or hookups. Campers must be fully self-sufficient and prepared for backcountry camping.
- Tent camping: Tent camping is the primary option available at this primitive campsite.
- Stunning views: The campground is situated at a high elevation, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests.
Features & Activities:
- Hiking and backpacking: Explore the surrounding San Juan National Forest with numerous trails for hiking and backpacking adventures.
- Fishing: Enjoy fishing in Woods Lake and nearby streams and lakes.
- Nature observation: Observe the diverse wildlife and bird species in their natural habitat.
- Stargazing: Experience the wonders of the night sky with minimal light pollution, perfect for stargazing.
- Photography: Capture the beauty of the surrounding landscapes and wildlife through photography.
Why Choose Woods Lake Campground?
- Primitive Camping Experience: Embrace the simplicity of nature and enjoy a true backcountry camping adventure.
- Secluded Location: Escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peace and quiet of the mountains.
- Breathtaking Views: Wake up to stunning mountain vistas and immerse yourself in the beauty of the San Juan National Forest.
- Access to Wilderness: Woods Lake Campground provides easy access to vast areas of wilderness for exploration and outdoor recreation.
- Affordable Camping: The campground offers affordable rates for an unforgettable mountain getaway.
Important Information:
- Woods Lake Campground is a primitive camping area with no amenities. Campers must be fully self-sufficient and bring all necessary supplies.
- Pack out all trash and leave no trace to preserve the natural beauty of the area.
- Be prepared for changing weather conditions and varying terrain.
- Check with the San Juan National Forest for current fire restrictions and safety guidelines.
Local Area:
Woods Lake Campground is located near the town of Placerville, Colorado, offering access to the vast and scenic San Juan National Forest. The surrounding area is characterized by rugged mountains, lush forests, and pristine lakes.
Campground Promotion:
Experience the solitude and adventure of mountain camping at Woods Lake Campground. Plan your wilderness getaway today!
Contact Information:
Woods Lake Campground
57P Rd, Placerville, CO 81430, USA
(Contact the San Juan National Forest for specific inquiries)
Embrace the wild at Woods Lake Campground!
Location
Customer Reviews
Wonderful campground! Beautiful lake! Clean porta potties. Very nice camp host. Campsites are very spaced out. Lovely views. Just have to take a bumpy dirt road for about 30min to get to it. Well worth it!
Absolutely beautiful location but overpriced for the campground and amenities. Paid $20 to spend one night here and though we got a spot that was perfect for setting up our tent, we discovered the campground’s normal bathrooms were out of order (they had outhouses instead), all the trash cans around the campground were wrapped up and unavailable (they did have a dumpster available near the entrance though), and most notably the water filling stations were all turned off, and we were there at the beginning of August, so definitely not the “winterized” time of year when you’d expect to see these weird changes.
Amazing and ridiculously beautiful place to camp. I think all the sites are all first come first serve. The lake and surrounding area is breathtaking. Fees are about $20 a night, but that is quite reasonable for the space you get, location, and access to bathrooms. Because the site is at about 8k feet, it can be chilly at night or during the day even in the summer. There are a couple trails in the area that venture further into the forest that are also quite pretty. The campsite doesn't seem to get a lot of use so it's relatively private. It isn't tricky to get to but there are a couple miles of dirt road that rise in elevation and can be kind of uncomfortable in a small 2wd car. It feels pretty remote and can be tricky to get service, if that's the kind of thing you enjoy.
Such a beautiful campground! Gorgeous lake surrounded by rocky peaks! Camping in the Aspens!!! Running water and port-a-potties….
Compared to ouray this place was deserted, great location near telluride. Would be perfect leaf peeping season. Lake nearby. All vault toilets are locked and the bathrooms are infact porta pottys. Treated Running water, atleast 4 spigots I believe. Lots of hiking, access for horses too.
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