Molly Brown Campground

Leadville, CO

4.5(181 reviews)

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About this campground

Molly Brown Campground near Leadville, CO. Named after the "unsinkable" Molly Brown on the Titanic, Molly Brown Campground, on the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake, sits in a shaded lodgepole pine forest. The campground offers access to boating, fishing, and hiking. The famous Molly Brown lived in the town of Leadville, just 5 miles east of the campground. She became wealthy from her husband's mining success and took on a life as a philanthropist, socialite and activist. The Turquoise Lake Nature Trail traverses between this and the Silver Dollar campgrounds and loops along the shoreline. Be sure to pick up your trail guide prior to departure to learn about the flora and fauna along this trail. Please follow the links to access the Turquoise Lake Campgrounds map.

The two-loop campground offers single family sites. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water, and trash collection are provided. Firewood is for sale at the Host site.

Campsites are perched along the scenic waters of the lake. Nearby is the Mount Massive Wilderness area, a 30,540 acre stretch of forest land which encompasses Colorado's second highest peak, Mount Massive at 14,421 feet. Much of the wilderness is above timberline with many alpine plant communities and permanent snowfields.

The 1.2-mile Turquoise Lake Nature Trail is a gentle loop trail through the forest and down to the shoreline of Turquoise Lake. This trail connects to the 6.4 mile Turquoise Lake Trail that parallels the shoreline from the dam to May Queen Campground. It is recommended that hikers pick up a trail guide prior to departure to learn about the flora and fauna along this trail. On the lake, sailing, boating and canoeing are always enjoyed. Anglers seek out mostly mackinaw and rainbow trout.

What campers say

Molly Brown Campground sits on Turquoise Lake with many sites within a short walk of the water and wide, generally level pads. Visitors praise the scenic sunsets, tall pines and well‑maintained sites; hosts keep rules and facilities organized, which some find helpful while a few note site changes or restrictions (for example RV limits and no tree‑hanging). Restrooms are usually reported clean, though occasional odor or maintenance issues have been mentioned. The campground fills fast—reserve early—and afternoons can be very windy and cool, so bring sturdy stakes and gear. Be aware of basic campsite precautions (secure belongings, follow posted rules).

Our summary of 181 traveler reviews.