Summary
No reservations or permits are required, and the fee is around $14 per night. Amenities include pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings with grills, and potable water (seasonal). RVs up to 35 feet can access the campground, but there are no hookups. Set in a lush, forested canyon along Anthracite Creek, it’s serene and shady with access to the scenic Dark Canyon and Gunnison Trails. Best visited late spring through early fall for mild weather, wildflowers, and great hiking or fishing.
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Erickson Springs Campground- Paonia RD
Erickson Springs
Williams Creek Dispersed Camping Area
Paonia State Park
Lost Lake
Lost Lake Campground-Paonia RD
Weather Forecast
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Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
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Deep Creek
Bogan Canyon
South Fork--Headwaters To Beaver Lake
Waterfall to Confluence
Crystal Mill Falls
Beaver Lake SWA (Marble)
Lake Irwin
Meridian Lake