Trail Creek Camping Area

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Trail Creek Camping area is located in Colorado and offers visitors stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.


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Summary

The campground sits near Trail Creek and offers a serene and peaceful atmosphere for campers.

Nearby points of interest include the San Isabel National Forest, where visitors can go hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and hunting. The town of Buena Vista is also nearby and offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including rafting, rock climbing, and horseback riding.

The campground amenities include toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings. The camping area is a first-come-first-serve basis, with 16 campsites available.

An interesting fact about the area is that Trail Creek was once a popular spot for gold prospecting during the Colorado gold rush in the late 1800s.

The best time to visit Trail Creek Camping area is during the summer months from June to August, with average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F. Visitors should be prepared for cooler nights, as temperatures can drop down to the 40s.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Trail CreekWEST CR. ABV SHREWSBURY GULCH NR WESTCREEK CO Preview West Cr. Abv Shrewsbury Gulch Nr Westcreek Co
1.26cfs
1cfs
Trail CreekTROUT CREEK BLW FERN CR NR WESTCREEK Preview Trout Creek Blw Fern Cr Nr Westcreek
1.27cfs
1cfs
Trail CreekSOUTH PLATTE RIVER ABOVE CHEESMAN LAKE Preview South Platte River Above Cheesman Lake
143.0cfs
143cfs
Trail CreekSOUTH PLATTE RIVER BELOW CHEESMAN LAKE Preview South Platte River Below Cheesman Lake
107.00cfs
107cfs
Trail CreekSO. PLATTE R. BLW BRUSH CR. NR TRUMBULL CO Preview So. Platte R. Blw Brush Cr. Nr Trumbull Co
119.0cfs
119cfs
Trail CreekMONUMENT CREEK AT PALMER LAKE Preview Monument Creek At Palmer Lake
1.0cfs
1cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
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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CHEESMAN
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WOODLAND PARK 1.2 NW
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WOODLAND PARK 1.1 NNW
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FLORISSANT 5.0 N
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DIVIDE 4NW
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PALMER LAKE
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