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Located off the Halfmoon Road (FSR 110), Halfmoon East is a first-come, first-served campground near the Mount Elbert and Mount Massive Trailheads at 9,900 feet. This is a very popular campground for hikers. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings with grates, and vault toilets. High altitude sickness may occur at this altitude. Please click on the link for maps of the [Halfmoon Creek Campgrounds]
From Leadville, travel south approximately 3 miles on US Hwy 24. Turn RIGHT on Colorado 300 at the Leadville National Fish Hatchery sign. Continue about 3/4 of a mile and turn LEFT at the Halfmoon Campground sign. Follow this road and turn RIGHT at the Halfmoon sign at the end of the pavement. This dirt road will lead to the Halfmoon East/West and Elbert Creek areas. (Note: This road is not maintained in the winter.)
Great place very dark at night but it is first come first serve make sure you get your paper filled out and ready before you find a spot so you won't lose it ! Also my cricket service worked up there fine 😊 you can use the fire 🔥 as long as you have a fire ring !
Best campsite in the area. Easy access to the creek and there are pools to really dunk and cool off in after a strenuous day. You will hear the rushing waters of the creek to ease you to sleep.
Great camping area. Each campsite has plenty of space but the campsites are limited I believe there are only 6. The campsites are pretty close to each other so if you want privacy this isn't where you'll find it. The creek is very close to some of the campsites which is awesome. Lots of trails and area to explore. If you forgot to bring something there is a Safeway about 25 minutes away and a well stocked gas station 10 minutes away. Definitely recommend this spot!
