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This campground is a great spot to crash at before heading out on a backpacking trip through the Lost Creek Wilderness but serves as an amazing campground itself. The area immediately surrounding the campground is beautiful. There are 12 campsites that can accommodate two vehicles per site and each has a picnic table. The grounds have shared vault toilets.
The Lost Creek wilderness is one of the gems of the Front Range. Located from Highway 285 to the north (and where most people access the area) to highway 24 in the south. The Lost Creek wilderness in not nearly as visited as many other areas in the front range that boast higher mountains but do not let that fool you, the Lost Creek wilderness has a unique charm and beauty that can become addicting. Few summit baggers in Colorado would leave the summits of Bison Peak or McCurdy off their highlight list. There are several designated camping areas in the area but be aware, this is a wilderness area and additional regulations apply.
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Camping at Lost Park Campground
First come first serve at this rustic campground and we loved it! I have been camping since 6M old and love it. However, My Husband and 10M old Son had never been camping....ever! With the exception of staying in a rustic cabin in Michigan over Thanksgiving. Beautiful hour and half drive into Pike National Forest to the Campground and Walk in access points. So have your food, gas, ice, and wood stocked! We were one of two campers of the 12 sites and there were four cars from people hiking inPERFECT! Keep in mind we went on a Tuesday night. We chose site 10 with AMAZING views. However after two cold nights do to wind and cold mountain temps, we decided next time we may choose wind shelter over views. Overall we will be back. Oh! And the hiking was equally amazing although with a little one with us we didn’t venture far.
Camping at Lost Park Campground
Finding campsites here in the summer on the weekends can be a battle against RV'ers and ATVs. Stake your claim early or be prepared for searching out a campsite if you're car camping.
Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your adventures and follow local regulations. Please explore responsibly!
I included a trail map of where I camped. There are many sites all throughout this area. From the Lost Park Campground Parking lot follow the Lost Creek for 2.4 miles. At the 1 mile mark was the best place that we found to cross the creek (there are two logs that make a bridge across the creek). You will pass many camp sites along the way and I am sure that there are several past the 2.4 mile m...
Trek through Granite Pillars on Bison Peak
Bison peak sits 2 hours from Denver in the mountains of the Lost Creek Wilderness. To reach the 12,431 ft. summit you'll start in low density ponderosa forest at 8,750 ft on crushed granite trail. Early starts are recommended in the summer months as the trail's high albedo can make for an extremely warm hike.The trek up passes through aspens and thicker lodge pole forest before breaking through...
Payne Creek Trail via Brookside McCurdy Trailhead
Day 1: Park at the Payne Creek/Brookside Trailhead (8,040 ft.) right outside Bailey. You'll go on the trail for about a mile before the trail parts to Craig Meadows or Craig Park. If you start this in the nighttime, it's best to camp before you part ways on the trail as it's a little more spacious once the trail divides. However, assuming you start in the daytime, head left to go toward Craig M...
Backpack the McCurdy Park Loop
The total distance of the loop is a little under 25 miles and you will climb a total of 7202 feet. It can be done as a 3 day backpacking trip as shown below.The LoopDay 1: After Parking in the trail head's parking lot, which fills up quickly on weekends, start down the trail after signing your permit.You will cross the creek and reach the Hankins Pass and Goose Creek trail split. I did the loop...
Camp at Goose Creek
Goose Creek is a fantastic spot to hike or camp. There is a dirt road leading to the trailhead, and it winds through the mountains and offers a great view of the valley. The dirt road is relatively easy and well-maintained. The burn scar from the Hayman fire is still really evident, so there are certain areas that are revegetating and are closed to vehicles and camping. However, there are sever...
Backpack the Lost Creek Loop
Lost Creek Wilderness may be my favorite part of Colorado.  It contains varied terrain and geography, and is less crowded than most places.  This loop will take you through everything the wilderness area has to offer.  You will get sweeping panoramas of mountain ranges to the south, as well has many red rock formations caused by the formation of Pikes Peak.  Make sure to bring your fishing rod ...