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From the prairies of western Kansas to some of the highest mountain peaks along the Continental Divide in Colorado, the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands is home to a variety of ecosystems rich in history, geology, scenery, wildlife habitat and more.

Explore what the landscape offers with recreation opportunities from casual strolls along a shimmering lake to thrilling downhill ski adventures. Discover history as you trek alongside dinosaur tracks from 150 million years ago. Take in the beauty of our many 14,000-foot peaks (also known as "fourteeners" or "14ers"). We have something for everyone!

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Abe Lee Fishing Site

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Abe Lee Fishing Site is located on the south shore of Turquoise Lake, 6 miles west of Leadville. Good fishing plus a many other recreational opportunities are available at this…

Alvarado Campground

Horse Riding and Camping
Alvarado Campground offers reservable, equestrian, and first-come, first-served sites. Nearby trails including Cottonwood Trail #1344, Comanche Trail #1345, Goodwin Trail #1346 and Venable Trail…

Alvarado Trailhead

Site Open
Hiking Horse Riding and Camping
The Alvarado Trailhead is located in the Alvarado Campground and accesses the Rainbow Trail #1336. From the Rainbow Trail #1336, several trails access the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness including…

Angel of Shavano Campground

Site Closed
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking
The Angel of Shavano Campground is ideally suited for tent camping. The campsites are wooded with aspen and spruce trees along the north fork of the south Arkansas River. The Angel of Shavano…

Angel of Shavano Group Area

Site Closed
Hiking Picnicking
This group campground is located near the Angel of Shavano Campground and adjacent to the creek. Volleyball, softball and a horseshoe pit are available. Visitors must bring their own equipment,…

Aspen Campground

Aspen Campground is four miles north of Jefferson off County Road 35 and County Road 37. It is an excellent place for campers looking to relax, hike, fish and enjoy the sounds of nature. The…

Baby Doe Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Outdoor Science and Learning
Baby Doe Campground is located in a shaded lodgepole pine forest, along the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, at an elevation of 9,900 feet. Several popular campsites are close to the shoreline.…

Baldwin Lake

Site Open
Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Off Highway Vehicles (OHV)
Baldwin Lake is a small alpine lake located to the west of Mount Antero (14,269 ft). The lake is home to native Cutthroat trout. A valid Colorado fishing license is required. Remember to check…

Bassam Guard Station/Cabin

Site Open
Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) Horse Riding and Camping Biking
The cabin was built around 1911 and was home to a Forest guard. Forest guards lived and worked in remote areas on National Forest lands. Early Forest guards lived in tents or if they were lucky, in a…

Bear Lake Campground

Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Bear Lake Campground is a developed campground with lake and stream fishing opportunities. The trailhead for Indian Trail #1300 is located on the north side of campground. This trailhead is a…