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Lone Rock Campground (CO)

39.2522° N / 105.2361° W · Data Sep 18 2026, checked hourly
17 monitored sites

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Lone Rock Campground (CO)

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Opening record
No detected openings in the last 90 days

No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Lone Rock Campground (CO) continuously and will alert you if that changes.

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01 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Dec 31, 2026 · of 17 monitored sites

Of the 1,785 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Dec 31, 2026): 1,717 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative) · 68 unavailable (cause unspecified).

No online availability right now

Of the 1,785 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Dec 31, 2026): 1,717 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative) · 68 unavailable (cause unspecified). A free alert tells you if any date opens online.

Load status

Sep 18 – Dec 31, 2026
Not open online100%
Open site-nights0 / 1,785

Of the 1,785 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Dec 31, 2026): 1,717 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative) · 68 unavailable (cause unspecified).

Open dates by month

Sep 2026 – Dec 2026
01002003004005006000 OPEN0 OPEN0 OPEN0 OPENSEPOCTNOVDECSOLID = OPEN SITE-NIGHTS · DASHED OUTLINE = TOTAL BOOKABLE

No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — these site-nights are a mix of reserved, closed, unreleased and non-reservable dates.

Holiday windows

Sites open per night · of 17 sites
WindowNightSites openStatus
Labor DaySAT Sep 50None open
SUN Sep 60None open
MON Sep 70None open
ThanksgivingTHU Nov 260None open
FRI Nov 270None open
SAT Nov 280None open
ChristmasTHU Dec 240None open
FRI Dec 250None open
New YearTHU Dec 310None open

Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Christmas: no online availability on any tracked night. New Year: no online availability on Thursday.

About Lone Rock Campground (CO)

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.

Pike and San Isabel National Forest at Lone Rock Campground (CO)
Lone Rock Campground (CO) · facilityFR-01
Pike and San Isabel National Forest at Lone Rock Campground (CO)
Lone Rock Campground (CO) · facilityFR-02
17 monitored sitesRVs up to 40 ftNo hookups6 shadedPets OKFire pitsMax party 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.

Pike National Forest, S.Platte Ranger Dist, CO303-275-5610
BoatingCampingFishingHiking

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FAQ

How do I get a reservation at Lone Rock Campground (CO)?

Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 1,785 tracked site-nights open for online reservation at Lone Rock Campground (CO). That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.

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Which sites at Lone Rock Campground (CO) fit a 35-foot RV?

2 of the 17 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 40 ft. 16 of those 17 sites have a recorded maximum length and 1 does not; it is not counted as fitting.

Does Lone Rock Campground (CO) have online availability right now?

As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot, none of the 1,785 tracked site-nights are open for online reservation. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. A free Campsite Sniper alert tells you if any date opens online.

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