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

⛺ Sites: 3
🚙 Max RV: 35 feet ft
🏛️ Agency: Usda Forest Service
🚻 Restrooms: Yes
💧 Water: No
🐕 Pets: Allowed
🚿 Showers: No
🥾 Hiking: Available
🦅 Birding: 100/100 (Pacific Flyway)
⏱️ Stay Limit: 14 days
💲 Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
📅 Reservations: First-come, first-served
🌆 Best Seasons: Apr-oct
📍 GPS: 39.2694, -106.3467
🆔 Facility ID: 232086

💳 Booking & Fees

📅 Reservations: First-come, first-served. View on Recreation.gov →
💵 Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
📋 Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.

⏰ Stay Limit: 14 days
💡 Tip: Book early for peak season (Apr-oct). Sites can fill up months in advance.

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🌤️ Best Time to Visit

Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.

🌞 Apr-oct

🦅 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

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Location
, Colorado
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Fees
Fees Apply

Stay Limit
14 days
🚌
Max RV Length
35 feet
🐾
Pets
Available
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Cell Coverage
Verizon: Fair
AT&T: Fair
T-Mobile: Poor

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).

the Campground Is Situated Within Walking Distance of the Lakeshore in a Forest of Lodgepole Pine and Subalpine Fir. Much of the Wilderness Is Above Timberline with Many Alpine Plant Communities and Permanent Snowfields.

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 Service

Site 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)

📋 Reservations

Reservations: First Come First Served

Book on Recreation.gov

🌤️ Weather & Climate

70.1°F
Summer High
5.2°F
Winter Low
16.43″
Annual Precip
Jul
Hottest Month
Feb
Coldest Month
Apr-oct
Best Visit Time

📱 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

Essential Information

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

Welcome to Psicc! This Beautiful Destination Features 109 Campgrounds Across Colorado. Managed by Usda Forest Service, This Location Offers Incredible Camping Opportunities for Every Type of Outdoor Enthusiast.

Data Reference Notes

Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service

232086 Printer Boy