Rainbow Lakes Campground

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

This campground is at the end of the Rainbow Lakes Road and adjacent to the Indian Peaks Wilderness. There are 18 first-come, first-served Scan & Pay campsites that accommodate tents (on 14x16 foot tent pads) and small trailers. Campsite 8 is oversized and accommodates up to 15 people. Campsites 15 - 18 are walk in sites for tents.

Facilities

Picnic tables, fire grates, vault toilets and trash services are provided. This campground does not feature drinking water, electricity, hook-ups, dump stations, or showers. All campsites with a tent pad have a bear locker.

Natural Features

Abundant hiking trails and opportunities for wildlife viewing.

Nearby Attractions

Brainard Lake Recreation Area is just a 30-minute drive from the campground.

Typical weather

Rainbow Lakes

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Rainbow Lakes, 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°F35°MMarch: average water temperature 35°F60°AApril: average water temperature 60°F67°MMay: average water temperature 67°F44°JJune: average water temperature 44°F53°JJuly: average water temperature 53°F58°AAugust: average water temperature 58°F50°SSeptember: average water temperature 50°F40°OOctober: average water temperature 40°F40°NNovember: average water temperature 40°F38°DDecember: average water temperature 38°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 111 field-sample stations

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