Cobbett Lake
COBBETT LAKE
Part of Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
Overview
Cobbett Lake Campground is located on Colorado's Grand Mesa, in the Land O' Lakes area, which is home to more than 300 lakes. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing, canoeing and hiking opportunities.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is situated along the Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway on the shore of Cobbett Lake, at an elevation of 10,300 feet. A dense grove of spruce trees covers the campground, offering shade in nearly every site.
A variety of wildlife, including deer and elk, frequents the area.
Recreation
Cobbett Lake is open to non-motorized watercraft, making it a perfect place for canoeing and fishing. Anglers cast for rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout. Numerous additional lakes in the area provide more fishing and canoeing opportunities, as well as beautiful scenery.
A variety of hiking trails, including the Cobbett Lake Trail and Grand Mesa Discovery Trail begin nearby. Several off-road vehicle trails are in the surrounding area.
Grand Mesa Visitor Center is within walking distance at Island Lake. The center offers interpretive exhibits, a bookstore and a high-altitude wildflower garden containing more than 50 native species.
Nearby Attractions
The Grand Mesa National Scenic and Historic Byway offers 63 miles of scenic driving as it climbs from the rugged canyon floor, up to the forested mesa tops, at 11,000 feet. The road passes sparkling lakes and meadows bursting with wildflowers. Many trailheads are found along the byway.
The town of Cedaredge is 15 miles from the campground. It is home to Pioneer Town, a 19th Century village with frontier museums and more than 20 structures. A historic schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, saloon and jail can be visited there. Cedaredge's "Applefest" festival is held annually in October.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Important Notices
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
- Mosquitoes are abundant in the area; bring repellent
Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Click here for more information on the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting: please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HUNTING - Hunting
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Canoeing
- BIKING - Mountain Biking
Directions
From Cedaredge, travel north on Highway 65 approximately 15 miles. Just past the Grand Mesa Visitor Center, watch for the campground sign and turnoff road to the right.
Available Campsites
- Site 013, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop COBBETT LAKE , Type Standard Nonelectric