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Ward Lake Campground - Grand Valley RD
Ward Lake Campground elevation is 10,200 ft. There are 27 campsites. Maximum spur length - 45 ft. The campground meanders along the shores of Ward Lake among spruce trees. Some campsites are on the shore while others overlook the lake. Still others are tucked back and away from the Lake. Shoreline sites are open and on an unmarked spur road, while remaining sites are shaded and more secluded.
The campground provides convenient access to the many lakes on the Grand Mesa. This is mosquito country; repellent is recommended.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Water is available. |
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| Reservations: | No Reservations. First-Come, First-Serve Camping. |
| Area Amenities: |
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| Fees: | $22 per night per camping unit; $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 - Sept. 22 (weather dependent) |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Busiest Season: | June - Sept |
| Closest Towns: | Cedaredge, CO |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (3) |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
| Information Center: | Campers are required to store food and other items in a hard sided vehicle or camping unit constructed of solid non-pliable material. Click here for more information. |
General Information
Directions:From Cedaredge, CO, take State Rt. 65 north 15.6 miles to Forest Rt. 121 and camping symbol sign. Turn right onto Rt. 121 and go 0.5 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 27 |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
RV Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
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Location
Silesca Ranger Station- one of several cabins you can reserve on our forest.
Just about all the shelter you need for a night in the backcountry!
RV camping with many of the comforts of home!