State: Colorado
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 20
Elevation: 8330
County: La Plata
Free: No
About: The Florida Campground is 4 miles north of Miller Creek Campground above Lemon reservoir, with 20 shaded campsites. Do not trespass on the private property adjacent to the south side of the campground. A few short pull-thru and back-in sites can accommodate larger RVs. Tent campsites are well-shaded and near the river. There are no individual reservable at Florida Campground. Large groups can reserve the Florida Group Area, just beyond the regular camping area, which accommodates up to 75 people. The group area has 6 double tables, a buffet table, and 4 fire grates. RV parking is limited. Near the campground entrance, the East Florida Road (Forest Rd. 597) winds steeply uphill. The Lost Lake and Stump Lake Trails begin along this road, offering short, easy hikes to backcountry lakes.
Fees: na
Water: Potable Water
Restrooms: Vault Toilets
Directions: Florida Campground is on the north end of Lemon Reservoir, four miles north of Miller Creek Campground. Private property adjoins the campground on the south side; please do not trespass.
Directions from Bayfield: travel 9.0 miles north on County Road #501, then 3.0 miles northwest on County Road #240, and finally 6.0 miles north on County Road #243 to the campground entrance.