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Arapaho-Roosevelt/Bellaire Lake
Overview
Overview
Bellaire Lake Campground, nestled within the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest, offers a quintessential high-mountain camping experience. This rustic destination is centered around a scenic 12-acre lake that provides a serene backdrop for those looking to disconnect from the noise of city life. The environment is heavily forested with pine and aspen, creating a cool, shaded atmosphere that remains refreshing even during the peak of summer in the Colorado Rockies.
Location & Surroundings
Situated near the village of Red Feather Lakes, CO, this campground serves as a gateway to the vast Roosevelt National Forest. The site sits at an elevation of approximately 8,500 feet, offering crisp mountain air and panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Access is primarily through winding mountain roads, rewarding visitors with a remote feel while still keeping the charming community of Red Feather Lakes within a short drive for basic supplies.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground maintains a rustic profile focused on nature-based recreation. You will find vault toilets and drinking water available on-site, though there are no utility hookups for RVs. Each site is equipped with a fire grate and picnic table, perfect for evening campfires. The primary feature is the lake itself, which is well-stocked for those who enjoy recreational fishing, along with accessible trails that wind through the dense forest canopy.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Adventure awaits just outside the park boundaries. The Red Feather Lakes area is renowned for its extensive trail network, which is ideal for both hikers and mountain bikers seeking varying levels of difficulty. Beyond the trails, the region is famous for its collection of mountain lakes, providing ample opportunities for kayaking or canoeing. Birdwatchers often frequent the area, as the forest environment supports a diverse population of local wildlife and migratory species.
Who This Park Is Best For
This destination is perfectly suited for self-contained RV travelers who prioritize natural beauty over full resort-style amenities. It is an ideal spot for anglers, photographers, and those who enjoy quiet evenings under clear, star-filled skies. If you are a camper who values primitive, peaceful surroundings and wants to spend your days exploring the deep woods of the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest, this is an excellent choice for your next mountain getaway.
Features & Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
Reviews
Jeanette Blanco
It was our first time camping at Bellaire Lake and we were impressed. It was so peaceful and well maintained, and the lake was great for fishing and walking around. We also did some paddleboarding, which was nice. It was also nice that the campground had flushing toilets and sinks. We camp a lot at Dowdy Lake and Dowdy does not have the flushing toilets (just vault toilets). I would recommend that Bellaire Lake campground put in soap dispensers in the bathrooms since they have the nice sinks.
Amy Smith
We camped two nights at the Bellaire Campground. The sites were nicely spaced with neighbors a nice distance from each other. The bathrooms were nice and clean with a flush toilet! And Bellaire Lake is beautiful!
Greg Story
Would not recommend. This was a terrible camping experience. We rented the "group" site 3 times the cost @ $121.00 a night. We wanted the entire weekend from a Thursday to Sunday. The Friday slot showed as not available. So I reserved Thursday, and Saturday. Once we arrived we found that the campsite was on the road. There was power for 3 campers, but hardly enough room to get them parked. Our "neighbors across the road were constantly pulling into our site to back into thiers. The "camp hosts" if you want to call them that, were mostly unavailable and when we told them we were wanting the Friday "first come first serve" spot as well, they informed us we needed to pay cash for it. I went to the self serve kiosk to pay for the site, and as I was paying another car pulled up and was trying to pay for the same site, they said the camp hosts had just told them that our site was available, talk about trying to start a fight! Saturday morning we decided to go ahead and leave early. The noise and constant traffic was too much. As we were packing up, someone asked if we were leaving, they were going to rent the spot we were in. We had vacated the spot by 10am and another group had rented it, paying cash, of course. We requested a refund a refund for the night we didn't use and were denied. Even though someone else had rented it. This is a California company managing a Colorado campground. We have definitely gotten to the point that California controls Colorado. This company should be ashamed. And stop doing untraceable cash transactions.
Brian J
Great small campground near a small mountain lake. Great rock formations, trees are starting to recover after a fire a few years ago.
Bryan
It was alright but they could grade some of the campgrounds a little better for water control. Our picnic area flooded pretty bad when it rained because it was the lowest ground around. Also, wish they allowed ATVs? Probably a good spot for old people and families but if you’re young and outdoorsy probably better to go to open camping in the backwoods.