Spruce Grove Campground
The beautiful Spruce Grove campground is positioned beside large rock outcroppings on Tarryall Creek. Magnificent hiking trails to the Lost Creek Wilderness Area are just steps away from the Creek Bridge. Located just 14 miles outside Lake George, Colorado, the area's wild inhabitants include black bear, mule deer, elk, bighorn sheep and bobcats.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 15 |
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
26 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 003 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 004 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 005 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 006 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 007 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 008 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 009 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 010 | Tent only | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard | ||
| 011 | Tent only | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
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 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 36 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 014 is listed accessible |
Spruce Grove offers nearly 27 reservable campsites. Parking aprons fit RVs up to 35 feet in length and a maximum of eight guests are allowed to stay. Drinking water from a hand pump, trash collection and vault toilets are among the amenities at Spruce Grove. Each site comes with a picnic table and a campfire ring.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Mid May (depending on conditions) to Mid October |
| Forest | Pike-San Isabel National Forests |
| Booking | Reservations are recommended in the busy summer months and can be made 180 days in advance maximum/4 days in advance minimum by calling 1-877-444-6777 or by visiting recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $24.00 fee per site for overnight camping. Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle. $11.00 fee for day use if not camping overnight. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order. Self-service fee tube is available. |
| Rules | Campfires are restricted to fire rings only. Be sure campfire is completely extinguished before leaving. Maximum of eight people per site. Facility roads are not paved. No more than a 14-night consecutive stay. Dogs, including service dogs, must always be leashed. No discharge of firearms or fireworks. Quiet hours from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m. |
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Getting there
From areas west of Lake George, Colorado, drive east on Highway 24 and turn left on CR 77 (Tarryall Road) just before Lake George. Continue on CR 77 about 15 miles to Spruce Grove Campground, located on the right. The campground sign and entrance sit back off CR 77.
| Nearest town | Lake George, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.1378° N, 105.4617° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedO'Brien 2 Broadcast Rx
11 mi from the campground · 267 acres
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
27 mi from the campground · 390 acres
- PrescribedRainbow Gulch Rx
28 mi from the campground · 912 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 ↗ | 14.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | South Platte Fly Shop ↗ | 24.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Berkenkotter Motors ↗ | 35.9 mi |
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Spruce Grove Campground - Lake George Colorado
Worth a stop
Visitors enjoy the many great trails in the Lost Creek Wilderness, a 119,790-acre stretch of split boulders, rounded granite domes and knobs, rare granite arches, and forested scenic overlooks.
- 12.7 miCheesman Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.3 miEleven Mile Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 14.4 mi
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miLizard Rock2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.4 miBrookside-McCurdy ↗32.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.1 miHankins Pass ↗6.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.3 miLake Park ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.6 miMcCurdy Park ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.6 miTwin Eagles Trailhead ↗Pike-San Isabel National Forests
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
Lost Creek Wilderness begins about 2.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.5 miLost Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 114,864 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Tarryall SchoolBuilding · Tarryall · 1.4 mi
- South Platte River BridgeStructure · Lake George · 11.7 mi
- Green Mountain RanchBuilding · Buffalo Creek · 14.8 mi
Natural features
The campground is perched along Tarryall Creek at an elevation of 8,600 feet, near Bayou Salado Reservoir. Campsites have little to no shade but are surrounded by mature spruce, aspen and plenty of good looking boulders. The area sits at the base of South Tarryall Peak and just north is McCurdy Mountain with a peak of 12,173 feet.
Recreation
From the campground, hikers and horseback riders can traverse the Lizard Rock Trail, a 2.5-mile trail that passes Hankins Pass Trail and intersects with the Brookside-McCurdy Trail. Along the route are interesting rock formations that some say look like a lizard. The extensive Brookside-McCurdy Trail is a former pack trail in the Lost Creek Wilderness that can be backpacked in five to seven days. Anglers seek rainbow and brown trout in both the creek and nearby lake. Due to the limited parking within the campground, anglers and day hikers are asked to park outside of the campground. A recommended fishing spot is 11 miles away at the Tarryall Reservoir.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Spruce Grove Campground?
Sites at Spruce Grove Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations are recommended in the busy summer months and can be made 180 days in advance maximum/4 days in advance minimum by calling 1-877-444-6777 or by visiting recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Spruce Grove Campground?
$24.00 fee per site for overnight camping. Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Spruce Grove Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Spruce Grove Campground?
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Spruce Grove Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Mid May (depending on conditions) to Mid October.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Spruce Grove Campground have?
27 sites, including 15 tent-only sites and 11 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Spruce Grove Campground?
The longest site here provides 36 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 Spruce Grove Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Spruce Grove Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Spruce Grove Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Campfires are restricted to fire rings only.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Spruce Grove Campground?
Site 014 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Spruce Grove Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Spruce Grove Campground?
From the campground, hikers and horseback riders can traverse the Lizard Rock Trail, a 2.5-mile trail that passes Hankins Pass Trail and intersects with the Brookside-McCurdy Trail. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation