Pelican Lake Campground
Ouray Valley
Pelican Lake Campground in Utah 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.
This Campground is on a First Come - First Serve Basis, vistors are required to physically be at the campground to purchase and claim a site. You must also occupy the area the day you pay for it, no advance payments. We encourage our visitors to download the recreation.gov app to take advantage of the Scan & Pay Option. There is also an Iron Ranger on site that you can pay with cash or check Pelican Lake Campground i
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 17.4 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.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
💡 Insider tips from campers
❓ Pelican Lake Campground FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Pelican Lake Campground?
Pelican Lake Campground in Utah takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Pelican Lake Campground when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Pelican Lake Campground 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 Pelican Lake Campground and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Where is Pelican Lake Campground located?
Pelican Lake Campground is located in Ouray Valley, Utah. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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