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: |
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Fees: | $26 per night per camping unit; $10 per night electric fee; $10 per firewood bundle. Two vehicles are allowed with a total of 8 people per site. Sites must be occupied the first night and cannot be unoccupied for 24 hours. Not a picnic area. |
Open Season: | June 14 - Oct. 1 (weather dependent) |
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.