Can you reserve a site at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?

Yes, Lone Rock Campground (Co) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Lone Rock Campground (Co) have?

19 sites in total, of which 17 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co).

Are campfires allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?

Campfires are allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Lone Rock Campground (Co), Colorado — 17 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (303) 647-2366.

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.

The facts

Season: year-round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
17 bookable sites
19 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: LONE

Site types

16 Standard Nonelectric
2 Management
1 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

19 campsites at Lone Rock Campground (Co)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	LONE	Management	Back In	Paved	35 ft	8	🐾
002	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
003	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	8	🐾
004	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	8	🐾
005	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	25 ft	8	🐾
006	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
007	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	8	🐾
008	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	25 ft	8	🐾
009	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	25 ft	8	🐾
010	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
011	LONE	Management	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	🐾
012	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
013	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
014	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
015	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
016	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
017	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8	🐾
018	LONE	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	8	🐾
019	LONE	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	8	🐾

Getting there

From Denver, Colorado, take Highway 285 southwest to Pine Junction, Colorado. Turn south on Jefferson County 126 and travel 28 miles. Look for signs into campground.

39.25167, -105.23417 · 39°15'6.0"N 105°14'3.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 44°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	45	46	53	58	67	79	84	82	76	64	53	44
Low °F	14	16	23	29	38	47	53	51	43	32	23	15
Precip in	0.5	0.6	1.2	1.5	1.8	1.7	2.6	2.6	1.2	1.0	0.6	0.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Lone Rock Campground (Co)

Can you reserve a site at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?: Yes, Lone Rock Campground (Co) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Lone Rock Campground (Co) have?: 19 sites in total, of which 17 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co).
Does Lone Rock Campground (Co) have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co)?: Campfires are allowed at Lone Rock Campground (Co). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Lone Rock Campground (Co) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Lone Rock Campground (Co)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$28.00 fee per site for overnight. Two (2) vehicles or one (1) RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle. $11.00 day use fee if not camping overnight. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order.

Restrictions:

Maximum 8 persons per site, 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle.
Dogs must be leashed at all times.
No discharge of firearms or fireworks.
Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground.
Camping is NOT ALLOWED behind a LOCKED GATE.

Accessibility:

Universally accessible picnic tables and vault toilet are available.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Lone Rock Campground (Co)