Echo Lake
The Echo Lake location is in , Colorado
. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Echo Lake facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Arapaho And Roosevelt
Colorado
Phone number
801-226-3564
Campground information , Colorado
Overview
Echo Lake Campground is located on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests in central Colorado near its namesake lake at the base of Mount Evans along Hwy 103. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing and taking scenic drives along Mount Evans Road.
Recreation
Activities in the area include hiking in the Mount Evans Wilderness, fishing, scenic driving and wildlife viewing. Several trails leave directly from the campground.
Facilities
The campground offers 11 sites more suited to RV camping and seven sites designated for tent camping only. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Also, there are vault toilets, hand pumps with potable water and trash service.
Natural Features
Echo Lake sits in a spruce forest near the shores of Echo Lake. The campground’s 10,600′ elevation creates cool to chilly nights, even in summer, and its location on a mountain pass makes for windy conditions year-round.
The Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland on the foothills and slopes of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. The forests and grassland cover 1.5 million acres and extend north to the Wyoming border, south to Mount Evans and west across the Continental Divide.
The area encompasses mountains, lakes and five scenic byways, designated by Congress for their scenery, wildlife or history, including the highest road in North America. Mount Evans Road, also known as Colorado Highway 5, allows visitors to drive from 10,500′ to 14,130′ above sea level in just 14 miles.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Idaho Springs, a former mining town, makes for a nice outing. History buffs will appreciate the Argo Gold Mine and Mill Museum. The City and County of Denver Mountain Park, Echo Lake and Echo Lake Lodge are located adjacent to the campground.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arapaho And Roosevelt , CO
How do I make a reservation with Echo Lake?
To make reservations at Echo Lake, you can call the office at 801-226-3564.
Where is Echo Lake located?
The Echo Lake is located at Arapaho And Roosevelt in ,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Echo Lake have tent or RV camping?
Echo Lake offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 801-226-3564 to make sure things haven’t changed.