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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 . ALERT: The Halfmoon East Campground may be unavailable during memorial Day weekend and following weeks due to road work on FSR 110.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 5.2 mi
fuel station
Shell
- 9.4 mi
propane
Ferrellgas
- 5.4 mi
grocery
Twin Lakes General Store
- 1.0 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 0.9 mi
trailhead
Mt. Elbert Trailhead
- 5.2 mi
attraction
Lower Lake Overlook
- 0.6 mi
recreation site
Emerald Lake Picnic Site
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
- CO
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
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