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Ward Lake Campground
Grand Mesa National Forest · Cedaredge, CO
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- Address:Cedaredge, CO
About
Ward Lake Campground elevation is 10,200 ft. There are 27 campsites. Maximum spur lenght - 45 ft. The campground meanders along the shores of Ward Lake among spruce trees. Some campsites are on the shore while others overlook the lake. Still others are tucked back and away from the Lake. Shoreline sites are open and on an unmarked spur road, while remaining sites are shaded and more secluded. The campground provides convenient access to the many lakes on the Grand Mesa. This is mosquito country; bring lots of repellent.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Firewood
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
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Trails at Grand Mesa National Forest
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Ward Lake Campground
Ward Lake Trail
Colorado
0.9 mi49 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Grand Mesa Discovery Trail
Colorado
0.3 mi69 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Cobbett Lake Trail
Colorado
0.4 mi
Trail
Ward Ski Cut Off
Colorado
0.1 mi46 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Crag to Cobbett Trail
Colorado
1.0 mi171 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Ward Ski Skinned Horse
Colorado
2.5 mi92 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
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Hunting units around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Colorado hunting page
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