Lone Rock Campground (Co)
The Lone Rock Campground (Co) location is in S.Platte Ranger Dist, 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 Lone Rock Campground (Co) facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Pike National Forest
S.Platte Ranger Dist
Colorado
Phone number
303-275-5610
Campground information S.Platte Ranger Dist, Colorado
Overview
Lone Rock Campground, located along the South Platte River, boasts spectacular views and top-notch fly fishing waters. Hikers thoroughly enjoy the nearby Gill Trail and kayakers are drawn to the rapids of the rushing river. Wildlife viewing is rewarding here and campers may spot moose, mule deer, owls, golden eagles and more.
Recreation
Anglers flock to the river, renowned for rainbow and brown trout fishing. Tubing is also a popular activity.
The Gill Trail is an intermediate hike that weaves through Cheesman Canyon. The trailhead is near the campground and extends 7 miles southwest to the Cheesman Dam at Cheesman Lake.
Facilities
Amenities include two vault toilets and drinking water from a community hydrant. Parking aprons and roads are paved, and each campsite has a picnic table and campfire ring. No RV hookups are available. Services include trash collection and firewood is available for sale.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on a hillside rising up from the South Platte River at an elevation of 6,479 feet. Many sites are open and feature a view of the river. Privacy is minimal but ponderosa pines provide some shade. Temperatures are generally mild.
Nearby Attractions
The drive along Highway 126 from Pine Junction affords magnificent views of the valleys below. Pikes Peak can be seen in the distance and other prominent rock formations present themselves throughout the scenic drive.
Limited groceries are available in the town of Decker.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations
Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night’s use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.
Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.
No-Shows
A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.
No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night’s rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.
Refunds
Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.
Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.
For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.
In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pike National Forest S.Platte Ranger Dist, CO
How do I make a reservation with Lone Rock Campground (Co)?
To make reservations at Lone Rock Campground (Co), you can call the office at 303-275-5610.
Where is Lone Rock Campground (Co) located?
The Lone Rock Campground (Co) is located at Pike National Forest in S.Platte Ranger Dist,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Lone Rock Campground (Co) have tent or RV camping?
Lone Rock Campground (Co) offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 303-275-5610 to make sure things haven’t changed.