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Silver Dollar Campground site 2
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Opening for the 2026 season in late May. Water is NOT available in this campground for 2026; bring enough water for all needs including fully extinguishing campfires. RV dump stations at nearby campgrounds remain closed. Reservations via Recreation.gov.

Flash Flood Watch issued August 30 at 10:57PM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO

August 30th, 10:57 PM — 7:00 AM

* WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows caused by excessive rainfall are possible over the Willow burn scar. * WHERE...A portion of central Colorado, including the following areas, Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet, Central Lake County Below 11000 Feet and Western Chaffee County Between 9000 and 11000 Feet. * WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Heavy rainfall over the Willow burn scar will be possible up to and during the period of the watch. Residents near the Willow burn scar should prepare for potential debris flow. Be sure to stay up to date with information from local authorities. Heavy rainfall could trigger flash flooding of low-lying areas, and debris flows in and near recent wildfire burn scars. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - National Weather Service Meteorologists are forecasting heavy rainfall over the burn scar, which may lead to flash flooding and debris flows. - Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Locations in and near the Willow Burn Scar, and the Chalk Cliffs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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.

About

Silver Dollar Campground is situated near the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake in a shaded lodgepole pine and subalpine fir forest at 9,900 feet elevation. Named after the Tabor family's daughter, this family-friendly campground offers 43 single-family sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets and trash collection are provided throughout the campground. The Turquoise Lake Nature Trail (1.2 miles) connects Silver Dollar to neighboring Molly Brown Campground, winding through the forest down to the shoreline. This trail connects to the 6.4-mile Turquoise Lake Trail paralleling the shore from Sugar Loaf Dam to May Queen Campground. On the water, boating, sailing, canoeing, and fishing are popular activities, with Matchless Boat Ramp located nearby. Anglers target stocked cutthroat, rainbow, brown, and lake trout. The nearby Mount Massive Wilderness encompasses Colorado's second-highest peak at 14,421 feet, with much of its 30,540 acres above timberline. Independence Pass, one of the highest paved mountain passes in the country at 12,095 feet, offers scenic drives along the Top of the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway. High altitude sickness may occur at this elevation.

Directions

From Leadville, Colorado, drive west on County Road 4 and follow signs to the Turquoise Lake Recreation Area. Turn right on County Road 9C and follow to the campground entrance 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 30ft
Max Trailer Length 30ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (719) 486-0749

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

Photos

Silver Dollar Campground site 2
Silver Dollar Campground Water Spigot
View Across Turquoise Lake
Silver Dollar Campground site 2
Silver Dollar Campground Dumpster
Old Mining Shack Just A Short Hike From Silver Dollar Campground
Silver Dollar Campground Vault Toilet
Silver Dollar Campground Sign marker
Silver Dollar Campground site 2
Silver Dollar Campground Information Kiosk

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