Campgrounds · Turquoise Lake, San Isabel National Forest

Baby Doe campground: reservations and cancellations

Lakeview loops above Turquoise Lake, Leadville's favorite weekend.

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  • SeasonAbout May to September
  • First-come sitesSome, not identified

When do Baby Doe reservations open?

The Forest Service page for Baby Doe doesn't state a booking window. Check which dates are on sale on its recreation.gov page before you plan around a release day.

The Forest Service says May through September, with dates depending on weather. Its page says first-come sites must be occupied the first night but doesn't say which sites they are.

Rules verified Nov 4, 2026 against the Forest Service page. Rules change: check before you book.

Want Baby Doe for your dates?

Pick your nights and we’ll email you when a site opens. You book it yourself on recreation.gov. Setting a watch is free.

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Common questions

When do Baby Doe reservations open?

The Forest Service page for Baby Doe doesn't state a booking window. Check which dates are on sale on its recreation.gov page before you plan around a release day.

What is the season at Baby Doe?

The Forest Service says May through September, with dates depending on weather. Its page says first-come sites must be occupied the first night but doesn't say which sites they are.

Do Baby Doe sites open up after it sells out?

Yes, it can happen. When someone cancels a reservation, that site-night goes back on sale on recreation.gov for anyone to book. Set a watch for your dates and we'll email you when a site opens.

Can Campsite Ranger book Baby Doe for me?

No. Campsite Ranger never books for anyone and never asks for your recreation.gov login. It emails you when a site for your dates opens, and you book it yourself on recreation.gov.