Collegiate Peaks Campground offers 56 well-spaced sites across three loops at 9,800 feet elevation near Middle Cottonwood Creek, with vault toilets, potable water, and picnic tables at each site.

The campground operates May-September and provides direct creek access from some sites, making it an excellent base for fishing and hiking to nearby Collegiate Peaks Wilderness; note that sites fill quickly on weekends and some walk-up sites are available first-come, first-served.

Located 11 miles west of Buena Vista on Highway 306, the campground charges $25/night and has a friendly on-site host, though there are no hookups or showers available.