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Open for the 2026 season from mid-May through September. Potable water is NOT available at this campground for the entire 2026 season. Campers must bring all water needed, including enough to fully extinguish campfires. RV dump stations at nearby Printer Boy and White Star Campgrounds also remain closed. All sites require advance reservation via Recreation.gov.

San Isabel National Forest

Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness

This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.

San Isabel National Forest

Weed Free Forage Products

The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.

San Isabel National Forest

Cave Closure and Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.

About

Molly Brown Campground occupies a prime location on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake within the Pike-San Isabel National Forest, nestled in a lodgepole pine forest at 9,900 feet elevation. The campground is named after Margaret "Molly" Brown, the famous Titanic survivor and philanthropist who lived in nearby Leadville during Colorado's mining boom. The 49-site campground includes both standard sites and two tent-only sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring with grate. Recreation opportunities abound at this high-altitude destination. The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail loops through the forest and along the shoreline, connecting to the longer 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail that follows the water's edge to May Queen Campground. Turquoise Lake supports mackinaw and rainbow trout fishing, and the open waters welcome sailing, canoeing, and motorized boating. The nearby Mount Massive Wilderness encompasses Colorado's second-highest peak at 14,421 feet. Leadville, just 5 miles east, offers historic mining-town charm and serves as a gateway to Independence Pass and the Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway. Firewood is sold at the campground host site. Maximum occupancy is 8 people per site with up to 3 tents or 1 RV plus 2 tents allowed.

Directions

From Leadville, head west on County Road 4 and turn right on County Road 9C. Follow signs to Molly Brown Campground on the right.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $30

Vehicle

Max RV Length 40ft
Max Trailer Length 40ft
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (719) 486-0749

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

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