Printer Boy sits among the stunning landscapes of PSICC in Colorado . With 3 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are Apr-oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
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Printer Boy located in Colorado, offering 3 camping sites.
Printer Boy
A Rural campground in Colorado
Overview
the Mount Massive Wilderness Area, a 30,540 Acre Stretch of Primitive Land Is Nearby. at 12,095 Feet, It Is One of the Highest Paved Mountain Passes in the Country and Marks Where the Top of the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway Crosses the Continental Divide.
Venture to Independence Pass for a Scenic Drive with Breathtaking Views of the Rockies and Surrounding Alpine Tundra Habitat. at 12,095 Feet, It Is One of the Highest Paved Mountain Passes in the Country and Marks Where the Top of the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway Crosses the Continental Divide.
Nearby Attractions
the Nearby Town of Leadville, a Historic Gold and Silver Mining Town, Is Worth Visiting for Its Small Town Charm. at 12,095 Feet, It Is One of the Highest Paved Mountain Passes in the Country and Marks Where the Top of the Rockies National Scenic and Historic Byway Crosses the Continental Divide. Printer Boy Group Campground Is Located Near Turquoise Lake, in an Area with Plenty of Recreational Opportunities, Including Boating, Fishing and Hiking. Hikers Enjoy the 1.2-Mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail. the Gentle Path Meanders Through the Forest and Down to the Shoreline of Turquoise Lake Where It Connects with the 6.4-Mile Turquoise Lake Trail. Trail Guides Are Available at the Turquoise Lake Trail Trailhead, Located at the Entrance to Molly Brown Campground.on the Lake, Boating, Sailing, Canoeing and Fishing Are Favorite Activities. Anglers Fish for Stocked Cutthroat, Rainbow, Brown and Lake Trout. a Boat Ramp Is Located Nearby.
the Campground Offers a Playground, Ball Fields, Horseshoe Pits and a Volleyball Court. Campers Must Bring Their Own Sports Equipment.
Printer Boy Offers Four Group Sites: 1 Can Accommodate Up to 50 People; 2 and 3 Can Accommodate Up to 30 People; 4 Can Accommodate Up to 75 People. Sites 3 and 4 Are Accessible.
Each Site Is Equipped with Picnic Tables, a Campfire Circle and Grill.
a Centrally-Located Cooking Shelter Is Available on a First-Come, First-Served Basis. Vault Toilets and Trash Collection Are Provided. a Dump Station Is Located Just Outside the Campground, It Is Closed This Season (2024).
Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (661) 702-1420.Charges & Cancellations
Group Sites
Group Facility (Including Cabins and Lookouts): a Visitor Who Cancels a Group Overnight Facility Reservation Less Than 14 Days Before the Arrival Date Will Pay a $10.00 Service Fee and Forfeit the First Night’S Use Fee.
No-Shows
a No-Show Visitor Is One Who Does Not Arrive at a Campground and Does Not Cancel the Reservation by Check-Out Time on the Day After the Scheduled Arrival Date. Staff Will Hold a Campsite Until Check-Out Time on the Day Following the Arrival Date.
No-Shows Are Assessed $20.00 Service Fee and Forfeit the First Night’S Rate, Taxes and Applicable Add-on for a Campsite.
Refunds
Visitors May Submit a Refund Request Through Their Recreation. Gov Profile Within 7 Days of the End Date of Their Reservation. Refunds Will Not Be Issued After the 7 Days Has Ended.
Refunds for Debit or Credit Card Payments Will Be Issued As a Credit to the Original Bank or Credit Card Used to Pay.
for Check or Cash Purchases, Recreation. Gov Will Mail a Treasury Check for Refunds of Cash, Check, or Money Order Payments to the Address Associated with the Reservation. Treasury Check Refunds May Take Up to 6-8 Weeks to Arrive.
in the Event of an Emergency Closure, the Recreation. Gov Team or Facility Manager Will Refund All Fees and Will Attempt to Notify You Using the Contact Information Within the Recreation. Gov Visitor Profile.
Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 3
- Hookup Types: Electric, No Hookups
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Colorado
Coordinates: 39.2694444, -106.3466667
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (661) 702-1420
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|fishing|hiking|playground|picnic|dump-station|lake|trail|group-site|rv|cabin|shelter
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 12 stations
Nearest Market: DENVER/Colorado Springs
Notes: Signals FROM DENVER/Colorado Springs MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 24 stations (8 AM, 16 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, ADULT Alternative, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KOA 850 Am
Market: DENVER/Colorado Springs
Notes: 8 AM, 16 FM Stations from Denver/Colorado Springs
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ STVINCENTHEALTH 822 CHARGING ST
Distance: 2.8 miles away
Address: 822 W 4th St, Leadville, CO
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232086
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website: https://Recreation.gov
- Parent Park: PSICC
- Park Website: /parks/psicc/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Other
- Parks Post Name: psicc
- Parent Park Name: PSICC
- Correct Park Type Mapping: psicc
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 109.0
- States Covered: Colorado
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1053
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1053, 1053.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: colorado
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: other
- Parent Park Slug: psicc
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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