Description

Colorado, Alta Lakes Campground, Gunnison National Forest (Dispersed camping).

Direction:
Travel approximately 5 miles south of Telluride, CO on State Highway 145. Turn east on Forest Road #623 (Alta Lakes Road) and climb about 3 miles, pass the town of Alta to the lake. Camping is allowed around the lake.

Comment

Alta Lakes Campground.  Alta Lakes is a popular dispersed camping area that offers fishing and camping in a spectacular alpine setting. There are approximately 16 primitive camping spots that are completely undeveloped. The only developed facility in the area is one older vault restroom. The access road to the area is one lane, not well maintained and requires a high clearance vehicle.  Tent camping only, RV's not recommended.  Campground elevation is 11060.

The campground is open from spring to fall.