Twin Lakes, CO

Elbert Creek

5 ratings on Recreation.gov

Availability

Each day shows how many of this campground’s sites are open.

About this spot

Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

Facilities

Located off the Halfmoon Road (FSR 110), Elbert Creek is a first-come, first-served campground, with 17 sites, adjacent to the Mount Elbert and Mount Massive Trailheads at 10,000 feet. This is a very popular campground for hikers. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Typical weather

Elbert Creek

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Elbert Creek, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.33°JJanuary: average water temperature 33°F33°FFebruary: average water temperature 33°F36°MMarch: average water temperature 36°F42°AApril: average water temperature 42°F45°MMay: average water temperature 45°F49°JJune: average water temperature 49°F52°JJuly: average water temperature 52°F54°AAugust: average water temperature 54°F50°SSeptember: average water temperature 50°F43°OOctober: average water temperature 43°F35°NNovember: average water temperature 35°F32°DDecember: average water temperature 32°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 133 field-sample stations

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