Lost Lake
Rocky Mountain National Park · Wilderness Permits
Lost Lake in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Average Snow Melt-Out Date: July 6 Number of Sites: 4 (1-7 people per site) Elevation: 10,710 ft. Elevation Change: 2,750 ft. gain Distance: 9.7 mi. from Dunraven TH Privy: Yes
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 9.5 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
📊 How often sites open up here
CampSage's scans caught 25 openings at Lost Lake over the last 30 days, on 25 separate days, almost all of them for stays about 3 days out and the openings typically covered 2–5 nights.
These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.
💡 Insider tips from campers
❓ Lost Lake FAQ
How do I get a wilderness permit for Lost Lake?
Lost Lake in Colorado is a backcountry camp area reserved through a wilderness permit on Recreation.gov. Use the “Book / check availability” button to open the permit itinerary builder. It asks for a Starting Area first; then find the Lost Lake row, pick your entry date, and reserve the permit.
How can I get a spot at Lost Lake when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Lost Lake often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Lost Lake and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
How often do campsites open up at Lost Lake?
CampSage's scans caught 25 openings at Lost Lake over the last 30 days, on 25 separate days, almost all of them for stays about 3 days out and the openings typically covered 2–5 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.
Where is Lost Lake located?
Lost Lake is located in Rocky Mountain NP, Colorado. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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