Rainbow Lakes Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Developed

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Conditions

Road Access Gravel

Driveway Surface Gravel

Season Open Year Round

Campfires Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Campground Stats

Total Sites	18
Overnight Sites	18

Surface

Gravel

Location

40.01028, -105.56954

Description

Overview

This campground is at the end of the Rainbow Lakes Road and adjacent to the Indian Peaks Wilderness. There are 18 first-come, first-served Scan & Pay campsites that accommodate tents (on 14x16 foot tent pads) and small trailers. Campsite 8 is oversized and accommodates up to 15 people. Campsites 15 - 18 are walk in sites for tents.

Facilities

Picnic tables, fire grates, vault toilets and trash services are provided. This campground does not feature drinking water, electricity, hook-ups, dump stations, or showers. All campsites with a tent pad have a bear locker.

Natural Features

Abundant hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Nearby Attractions

Brainard Lake Recreation Area is just a 30-minute drive from the campground.

Directions

From Nederland, head north on Colorado Highway 72 for approximately seven miles. Look for the University of Colorado Mountain Research Station sign and turn west onto National Forest System Road 298. This route is gated during the winter. This road is a five-mile, native-surfaced road. A high clearance vehicle is recommended.

Details

Phone	530-529-0578
Email	[email protected]
Reservable	Yes

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