Angel Of Shavano Group

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USDA Forest Service

Group campsite · USDA Forest Service Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview Angel of Shavano Group Campground is considered one of the area's best kept camping secrets. It is situated next to the North Fork South Arkansas River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing. Reservations are REQUIRED at this facility. Reservations can be made up to 1 year in advance. Recreation The Colorado Trail begins within the campground and provides excellent hiking, horseback riding and biking opportunities. The trail stretches 487 miles across Colorado from Denver to Durango, with segments ranging in elevation from 5,500 to 13,300 feet. The North Fork South Arkansas River flows next to the campground and it offers rainbow and brook trout fishing. Fun facilities like a volleyball court, baseball field and horseshoe pits are available within the campground. Visitors must bring their own equipment. Facilities Angel of… Getting there: From Poncha Springs, Colorado, take U.S. Highway 50 west 6 miles, then right on County Road 240 and travel 4 miles to the campground. Phone: SALIDA RANGER DISTRICT OFFICE (719)539-3591 (FOR INFORMATION ONLY M-F 8AM-4:30PM) FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-877-444-6777 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231865 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Salida Ranger District