Kite Lake Campground
***Please stay on Forest Service land and respect private property. A closure is in effect by private landowners, which includes accessing the peaks of Mt. Democrat, Mt. Lincoln, and Mt. Bross from Kite Lake.***
Kite Lake Campground is located 5.5 miles northwest of Alma, CO on County Road 8. It has five campsites, which are not recommended for trailers. Facilities include fire rings, tables, and outhouse toilets, but there is no water or trash service.
At a Glance
Reservations: | Campsites at Kite Lake are first-come, first-served. |
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Restrictions: |
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Closest Towns: | Alma, CO |
Water: | No water available |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
Operated By: | Town of Alma |
Information Center: | South Park Ranger District 719-836-2031 |
General Information
Directions:From Fairplay travel North on Highway 9 to the town of Alma. Turn right onto Buckskin Gulch Road and travel 8 miles to the campground. This is a high clearance route please exercise caution.
Accessibility:
General Notes:
Parking:
There is limited parking available at the trailhead. As this area is the only staging area for the Lincoln - Democrat loop, there is heavy summer traffic.
Activities
Campground Camping
Kite Lake Campground has 5 campsites.
General Info:
Overview/BackgroundThis campground is not available on the reservation system. First come, first served only.