Pearl Lake State Park
The campground is open for the 2026 season. Operating season runs approximately Memorial Day through late September or early October, depending on weather conditions. Yurts are available year-round with a two-night minimum. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance.
Red Flag Warning issued June 11 at 10:23AM MDT until June 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 200 Little Snake Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 201 Routt Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 202 White River Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 203 Lower Colorado River, Fire Weather Zone 205 Colorado River Headwaters, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 291 Northern San Juan Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 487 Book Cliffs. * TIMING...From 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
About
Pearl Lake State Park offers a quieter alternative to nearby Steamboat Lake, with 36 campsites spread across two distinct areas. The lakeside loop places campers directly along the water's edge, while the upper loop provides elevated sites with panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains including the Zirkel Wilderness. Each site includes a fire ring, picnic table, and tent pad. The 167-acre lake operates under wakeless boating regulations, creating a peaceful atmosphere for fishing, paddling, and wildlife viewing. Pearl Lake is stocked with cutthroat trout and also holds rainbow and brook trout. Over 21 miles of trails connect to the adjacent national forest. Two yurts remain available year-round, requiring snowshoe, ski, or snowmobile access (0.5 miles) during winter months. The campground provides vault and flush toilets plus water hydrants but no showers, dump station, or hookups. One campsite and yurt 6 offer wheelchair accessibility.
Directions
From Steamboat Springs, travel west 2 miles on US 40 to County Road 129. Turn right and proceed north 23 miles to Pearl Lake Road, then drive east 2 miles to the park entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $28 - $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| pearl.lake@state.co.us | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 879-3922 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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