Turtle Rock Campground
Campground · Colorado · 24 bookable sites ·
Managed by the Bureau of Land Management
- 24
- Bookable sites
- 35 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 20
- People per site
Overview
Turtle Rock Campground, located at an elevation of 8290 feet, is 3.5 miles north of Buena Vista, Colorado. Campers appreciate the area for its recreation opportunities within Fourmile Recreation Area and the Arkansas Headwater Recreation Area.
Turtle Rock Campground is open from March 1st until November 30th. Situated within a pinion juniper woodland setting, 24 small campsites sit at the base of Turtle Rock Granite Formation. Large RVs and travel trailers over 35 feet are not recommended.
Recreation
Turtle Rock Campground offers easy access to the namesake rock formation, which is beloved by rock climbers. Various route difficulties can be found on Turtle Rock as well as other smaller granite formations in the area. Hiking, mountain biking and OHV riding are recreation activities accessed from the campground.
Facilities
The campsites at Turtle Rock Campground are small, RVs and Trailers longer than 35 feet aren't recommended. This 24-site campground including 1 Group Site, and 1 double vault toilet. Individual sites are limited to 2 vehicles and 8 people. Group site is limited to 4 vehicles and 20 people. Each campsite includes a parking space, a metal fire ring and a picnic table. Most sites are designed for tent or van camping. Large camp trailers and RVs under 35 feet can access the campground are accommodated with some pull-through sites.
Campsites 1, 2, 3, 4, 22, 23, and 24 are First Come, First Serve, pay for the site at the pay station immediately after occupying the site. There is no guarantee that these sites will be available when you arrive.
Campsites 5-21 are Reservable 3 Months in advance, if there isn't a current reservation on the day of, sites are available on a First Come, First Serve basis payable at the Pay Station for one night only. Campsites 7-12 are Tent Only, campsites 14 and 20 are Pull-Throughs, Sites 4, 5, 14, 19, 20 and 21 are large enough for RV’s and Trailers up to 35’.
Drinking water, electric hook-ups and trash service are not available at Turtle Rock Campground so please bring your own water and plan to take your trash with you when you leave. Bring your own firewood.
Natural Features
The Collegiate Peaks Mountains form dramatic vistas of the Upper Arkansas River Valley, enhancing the view from the campground. Turtle Rock is a prominent granite feature attracting rock climbers and hikers seeking a view of the Arkansas River below. The campground is nestled within a pinon pine and juniper woodland which covers the rolling hills of the Fourmile Recreation Area.
Nearby Attractions
The Fourmile Recreation Area is known for its robust trail system supporting hiking, trail running, biking and OHV riding. The Upper Arkansas River Valley is home to Central Colorado's iconic recreation including whitewater rafting and play park, 14ers, biking, hiking, fishing, festivals, concerts and so much more.
The facts
- 24 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 35 ft
- Up to 20 people per site
- Loops: Turtle Rock
Site types
- 18 Standard Nonelectric
- 4 Tent Only Nonelectric
- 1 Group Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Walk To
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.
24 campsites at Turtle Rock Campground
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 22 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | Turtle Rock | Tent Only Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 15 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | Turtle Rock | Walk To | Parallel | — | Walk In | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | Turtle Rock | Tent Only Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 15 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 24 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | Turtle Rock | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | Turtle Rock | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | Turtle Rock | Tent Only Nonelectric | Parallel | — | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| Group Site 1 (Site 8) | Turtle Rock | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | — | 20 ft | 20 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Buena Vista, CO, travel north on Highway 24, turn right onto E Arkansas ST, turn left onto County Road 371, in 2.2 miles turn right onto County Road 375, in .8 miles turn left into the Turtle Rock Campground entrance.
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Common questions about Turtle Rock Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Turtle Rock Campground?
- Yes, Turtle Rock Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Turtle Rock Campground have?
- 24 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Turtle Rock Campground?
- 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Turtle Rock Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Turtle Rock Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Turtle Rock Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Turtle Rock Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Contact
- Phone 719-269-8500
- Email BLM_CO_RG_VisitorInfo@blm.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-29.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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