Cobbett Lake
Cobbett Lake Campground is located on Colorado's Grand Mesa, in the Land O' Lakes area, which is home to more than 300 lakes. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing, canoeing and hiking opportunities.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 20 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 25 | 8 / 1 | |||
| 002 | 25 | 8 / 1 | |||
| 003 | 25 | 8 / 1 | |||
| 004 | Back-in | 25 | 8 / 1 | ||
| 005 | 25 | 8 / 1 | |||
| 006 | Back-in | 25 | 8 / 1 | ||
| 007 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 |
| 008 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 |
| 009 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 |
| 010 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | June 12 to Oct. 1 (weather dependent) |
| Forest | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore |
| Booking | Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777, TDD 1-877-833-6777. Some sites are first-come, first-served. |
| Fees | $22 per night per camping unit; $24 per night per premium camping unit; $10 per firewood bundle. Two vehicles are allowed with a total of 8 people to a site. Sites must be occupied the first night and cannot be unoccupied for 24 hours. |
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore recreation page ↗
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Getting there
From Cedaredge, travel north on Highway 65 approximately 15 miles. Just past the Grand Mesa Visitor Center, watch for the campground sign and turnoff road to the right.
| Nearest town | Cedaredge, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.0414° N, 107.9831° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedTransfer Rd Rx
41 mi from the campground · 139 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 15.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Timberleaf Camping Trailers ↗ | 30.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Loki Outdoor Shop ↗ | 31.2 mi |
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Cobbett Lake Campground - Grand Mesa Colorado
Worth a stop
The Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway offers 63 miles of scenic driving as it climbs from the rugged canyon floor, up to the forested mesa tops, at 11,000 feet. The road passes sparkling lakes and meadows bursting with wildflowers. Many trailheads are found along the byway. The town of Cedaredge is 15 miles from the campground. It is home to Pioneer Town, a 19th Century village with frontier museums and more than 20 structures. A historic schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, saloon and jail can be visited there. Cedaredge's "Applefest" festival is held annually in October.
- 0.2 miValley View Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 0.5 miWard Way Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 8.3 mi
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miCobbett Lake0.4 mi trail · hiking
- 0.1 miCobbett to Ward0.3 mi trail · hiking
- 0.2 miCrag to Cobbett1 mi trail · hiking
- 0.2 miIsland Lake1.5 mi trail · hiking
- 0.2 miGrand Mesa Discovery0.3 mi trail · hiking
- 0.3 miWard Ski Skinned Horse2.4 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests begins about 4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4 miGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,153,199 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground is situated along the Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway on the shore of Cobbett Lake, at an elevation of 10,300 feet. A dense grove of spruce trees covers the campground, offering shade in nearly every site. A variety of wildlife, including deer and elk, frequents the area.
Recreation
Cobbett Lake is open to non-motorized watercraft, making it a perfect place for canoeing and fishing. Anglers cast for rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout. Numerous additional lakes in the area provide more fishing and canoeing opportunities, as well as beautiful scenery. A variety of hiking trails, including the Cobbett Lake Trail and Grand Mesa Discovery Trail begin nearby. Several off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area. Grand Mesa Visitor Center is within walking distance at Island Lake. The center offers interpretive exhibits, a bookstore and a high-altitude wildflower garden containing more than 50 native species.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Cobbett Lake?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Cobbett Lake?
$22 per night per camping unit; $24 per night per premium camping unit; $10 per firewood bundle. Two vehicles are allowed with a total of 8 people to a site. Sites must be occupied the first night and cannot be unoccupied for 24 hours.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Cobbett Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Cobbett Lake open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season June 12 to Oct. 1 (weather dependent).
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Cobbett Lake have?
20 sites, including 20 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Cobbett Lake?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Cobbett Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Cobbett Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Cobbett Lake?
Cobbett Lake is open to non-motorized watercraft, making it a perfect place for canoeing and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Cobbett Lake?
Cedaredge, Colorado. The Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway offers 63 miles of scenic driving as it climbs from the rugged canyon floor, up to the forested mesa tops, at 11,000 feet.
Source: Getting there
What if Cobbett Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Ward Lake (0.3 mi, first-come), Little Bear (0.9 mi, first-come), and Island Lake Campground (1.6 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby