Big Meadows Campground
Big Meadows Campground
Big Meadows Campground is a high-elevation (5,300 ft) seasonal campground in Eldorado National Forest with 54 sites accommodating RVs up to 50 feet, offering vault toilets and drinking water.
Located 22 miles east of Georgetown, it provides convenient access to Hell Hole and French Meadows Reservoirs for boating and fishing, with nearby hiking trails throughout the national forest.
The campground typically operates mid-May through mid-October depending on snow conditions, with reservations recommended and sites ranging from $10-$20 per night.
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