Campground · CO
ISLAND LAKE CAMPGROUND
CO · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
ISLAND LAKE CAMPGROUND is generally hard to book. Across the 4 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in August (8/10) and eases to its lowest in September (6/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (August), arrivals are lightest on Wednesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for February 15, 2027 become bookable on August 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 8 electric sites
- 1 sewer hookups
- 32 RV sites
- Max RV length 140 ft
Activities: HOTEL/LODGE/RESORT PRIVATELY OWNED, WILDLIFE VIEWING, VISITOR CENTER, WINTER SPORTS, HUNTING, HORSEBACK RIDING, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, CLIMBING, BOATING, BIKING