Island Lake Campground - Grand Valley RD
Area Status: Closed
This campground is one of the few in Grand Mesa National Forest not located on a lake. Most of the sites are nestled in a thick grove of mature spruce. A few sites have a panoramic vista of the Grand Valley and several of the lakes below. There are 41 sites. The maximum spur length is 60 ft.
The 144-acre Island Lake is located 0.1 miles east of the campground on Forest Rt. 116. The lake has a boat ramp, wheelchair accessible fishing pier and fish cleaning station.
Mosquitoes are plentiful; Repellent is recommended.
At a Glance
Reservations: | Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777, TDD 1-877-833-6777. Some sites are first-come, first-served. |
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Area Amenities: | Interpretive Site, Accessible, Boat ramp, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
Fees: | $24 per night per camping unit; $10 per night electric fee; $8 per day for day use/picnic; $10 per firewood bundle. If occupying a campsite for day use/picnic, the $8 per day fee is applicable from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. If still occupying a campsite after 2 p.m., the $24 fee for per night camping unit will apply, less any day use fees already paid. Two group sites are available for $115 and $190. |
Open Season: | June 11 - Oct. 2 |
Usage: | Heavy |
Closest Towns: | Mesa, CO or Cedaredge, CO |
Water: | Potable-pressurized |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet (3) |
Operated By: | Concessionaire |
General Information
Directions:From Cedaredge, Colorado, take State Route 65 north for 15.7 miles to campground sign (Forest Route 116). Turn left at sign onto Route 116 (gravel) and go 1.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
General Notes:
There are hiking and OHV trails nearby.
Activities
Campground Camping
No. of Sites |
41
Maximum spur length - 60 ft.
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Reservation Info | Not reservable |
No. of Accessible sites | None |
RV Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
The 144-acre Island Lake is located 0.1 miles east of the campground on Forest Rt. 116.The lake has a boat ramp, fish cleaning station and a wheel chair accessible fishing pier.
Amenities
Interpretive Site: | |
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Camping trailer: | |
Picnic tables: | |
Tent camping: | |
Toilets: | |
Parking: | |
Fee charged for some activities: | $8 day use fee at boat ramp |
Accessible: | |
Boat ramp: | $8 day use fee if parking at boat ramp |
Drinking water: |