Although only thirty minutes west of Colorado Springs and a practically a suburb of it now, Woodland Park feels like a world away in the “city above the clouds”. The relatively large mountain community of Woodland Park boasts a myriad of nearby national forest recreation, with ample campgrounds close to town.
Surrounding Woodland Park in all directions is the recreation-rich Pike National Forest. Everything from world class fishing to amazing natural landmarks is found here, along the front range mountains. Pikes Peak can be seen from town, reminding everyone about Colorado’s most popular mountain and inspiration for “America the Beautiful”. Hiking is exceptional around Woodland Park, with some really unique ones, like a mini Garden of the Gods.
Camping near Woodland Park
Most of the best campgrounds in Woodland Park are located directly north of town on Highway 67 towards Deckers, a fishing capital. In town there are a few RV parks, great for big vehicles and longer term trips. There are also a few campgrounds located nearby Rampart Reservoir to the east of town, which are covered below. At only 30 minutes west of Colorado Springs and I-25, Woodland Park makes a fantastic basecamp for your holiday.
Woodland RV Park
Your next great wilderness adventure often needs a base camp to operate from. This RV Park with easy access to local laundries, grocery stores and parts supply shops is the perfect springboard to a vacation in the shadow of Pikes Peak.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (0mi)
- Specs: RV camping only, all sites have water, sewer hookup, open year-round
- Amenities: 20/30/50 amp service, paved access, gravel sites
- Recreation: Close access to Pikes Peak, fishing, hiking, biking in the nearby national forest
- Reservations: at woodlandrvparkco.com or call 719-687-2009
- Address: 1301 East Highway 24, Woodland Park, CO, 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From the city center of Woodland Park, take South West Street .1 mile to Columbine Ave. Turn left, go .2 miles to Chester Ave. Turn right on Fairview Ave. go .2 miles to Sheridan Avenue. Turn left, go .2 miles to U.S. Highway 24, go 1.1 miles, make a U-turn, go .5 miles to the campground.
Diamond Campground and RV Park
Location, location, location it’s the hallmark of a great outing in the wilds of the Colorado wilderness. This campground and RV park offers all the comforts of home, just a few short miles from the wonders of the Pikes National Forest. Set up camp and start your adventure.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (0mi)
- Specs: 130 RV hookups, 9 tent sites, water, restrooms, open May 10 to September 30
- Amenities: Showers, laundry, free WiFi, playground, clubhouse
- Recreation: Access to hiking, fishing, mountain biking, and all-terrain vehicle trails
- Reservations: At diamondrvpark.com
- Address: 900 N Hwy 67, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: Take Colorado Highway 67 North from downtown Woodland Park .8 miles to the campground.
Red Rocks Group Campground
A unique sandstone formation greets the large group of campers this campground can accommodate. It’s a perfect destination for family reunions, company get-togethers and any other group that requires a larger outdoor venue. Nearby Manitou Lake offers fishing and canoeing.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (5mi)
- Specs: One group camping site for up to 100 people and 44 vehicles, water, vault toilet, open May 22 to September 7
- Amenities: Campfire circle with benches, additional tables, and grills for a large gathering
- Recreation: Hiking, fishing, mountain biking
- Reservations: at recreation.gov
- Address: Red Rocks Campground Rd, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland Park go .4 miles on U.S. Highway 24 to Colorado Highway 67. Turn right, go 4 miles to Red Rocks Campground Road. Go .3 miles, the campground will be on your left.
South Meadows Campground
More than a rest stop on the historic Centennial trail, this campground has space for everyone with one of the largest number of campsites in one place in the Pike National Forest. A haven for bikers and hikers both, the well-groomed trails are a delight for easy to moderate intensity hikes.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (6mi)
- Specs: 64 RV / Tent sites, water, vault toilet, open June 1 to October 27
- Amenities: Paved, a looped access road to campsites. Adjacent to paved Centennial trail connecting came with Woodland Park and Manitou Lake
- Recreation: Hiking, fishing, canoeing
- Reservations: at recreation.gov from June 1 to September 7, first-come-first-serve September 8 to October 27
- Address: Colorado Highway 67 North, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland park go West on U.S. Highway 24 for .4 miles. Turn right onto Colorado Highway 67 North. Go 5.6 miles to the campground.
Pike Community Group Campground
Does your group need a place for a weekend getaway or a week-long stay in the pristine wilderness of the Pike National Forest? This campground offers a lot of amenities for large groups of people. It’s a very popular summer destination. The sand is usually flying at the volleyball court throughout the summer months. Best of all, it’s free. There is no charge.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (6mi)
- Specs: Space for 150 people, 48 parking spaces, water, vault toilet, open May 22 to September 8
- Amenities: Amphitheater, baseball field, playground, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, visitors center, cafe
- Recreation: Hiking, biking, climbing, team sports
- Reservations: at recreation.gov
- Address: Colorado Highway 67, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland Park go west on U.S. Highway 24 .4 miles. Turn right onto Colorado Highway 67 North, go 5.9 miles to the campground.
Painted Rocks Campground
The red sandstone bluffs that give this campground its name resemble brush strokes from a giant hand on the windswept hillsides. The natural rock outcropping is the scenic backdrop to an area full of outdoor opportunities. Trails, fishing, canoeing, and boating await the weekend traveler or cross country adventurer.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (8mi)
- Specs: 18 RV / tent campsites, maximum length 30’, water, vault toilets, open June 1 to September 7
- Amenities: Single lane, double loop access, close proximity to Manitou Lake and the Centennial Bike Trail
- Recreation: Hiking, fishing, boating, mountain biking
- Reservations: at recreation.gov
- Address: Colorado Highway 67, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland Park go west on U.S. Highway 24 .4 miles to Colorado Highway 67. Turn right, go 7 miles north to Painted Rocks Road. Turn left on Painted Rocks Road, go .4 miles the campground will be on your left.
Colorado Campground
A popular family destination this campground has ample space near Manitou Lake. The trails leading out of the camp offer a variety of recreational travel modes from walking to just about any wheeled conveyance. Views of Pikes Peak to the south add beautiful vistas to your stay.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (8mi)
- Specs: 80 campsites, vault toilet, water, 30’ parking areas, open June 1 to September 7
- Amenities: Amphitheater, hosted campground
- Recreation: Fishing, boating, hiking, biking, canoeing, rollerblading, off-road vehicles
- Reservations: at recreation.gov
- Address: Colorado Road 67, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland Park go Southeast .1 mile on West Street. Turn left on West Columbine Ave, go .3 miles. Turn left on South Fairview Street go .2 miles. Turn left on US Highway 24 (East Midland Ave) go .4 miles. Turn right on Colorado Highway 67 North, go 6.7 miles to the campground.
Camping near Rampart Reservoir in Woodland Park
Located about 30 minutes east of Woodland Park is Rampart Reservoir, a year round escape that’s especially popular for summer boating, fishing and mountain biking. There are a couple of campgrounds directly at the lake, Thunder Ridge and Meadow Ridge. Both are excellent choice. Another great comprise for closeness to both Woodland Park and Rampart Reservoir is Springdale Campground, located right in the middle, about fifteen minutes to each.
Thunder Ridge Campground
Looking for one campground that suits everyone’s interests. If your party enjoys the water in a pristine mountain setting this is the campground for you. Pikes Peak rises to 14,110 feet just a few miles south of the campground.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (10mi)
- Specs: 21 RV / tent campsites, water, vault toilet, open June 1 – October 14
- Amenities: Disabled access campsites at 7, 8 and 21, located above Rampart Reservoir, two handicapped accessible toilets
- Recreation: Fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking
- Reservations: at recreation.gov June 1 to September 7, first-come, first-serve September 8 – October 14
- Address: Rampart Range Rd, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland Park go 3.4 miles on County Road 22 to Loy Creek Road. Turn onto Rampart Range Road which changes to Forrest Road 306B, go 6.8 miles to the campground.
Meadow Ridge Campground
This is a very popular campground with heavy summer usage. Trails, streams flowing nearby, and trout fishing with mackinaw and rainbow trout awaiting the skilled angler in Rampart Reservoir are popular attractions.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (10mi)
- Specs: 19 RV / tent campsites, maximum length 30’, water, vault toilet, open May to September
- Amenities: Sites 12 & 13 are handicapped accessible, Rampart Reservoir near the campground
- Recreation: Fishing, mountain biking, hiking
- Reservations: at recreation.gov
- Address: Rampart Range Road, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland Park take County Road 22 to Loy Creek Road 3.4 miles. Take Rampart Range Road to Forest Road 306A 6.7 miles to the campground.
Springdale Campground
A quiet respite in the heart of the Pike National Forest this campground is set in a ponderosa pine grove, interspersed with aspen trees. Popular Rampart Reservoir is nearby, but you can avoid the noise and bustle of this popular mountain lake while still enjoying it after a trip of just a couple of miles.
- Closest town: Woodland Park (5mi)
- Specs: 13 RV /tent campsites, no water, vault toilet, open May to snow closure
- Amenities: Close proximity to Rampart Reservoir
- Recreation: Hiking, fishing, boating, horseback riding, rock climbing, off-road vehicles
- Reservations: No, first-come, first-serve
- Address: Forest Service Road 300, Woodland Park, CO 80863 (Map)
- Directions: From Woodland Park take County Road 22 3.4 miles to Loy Creek Road. Continue on Loy Creek Road to Rampart Range Road 2.2 miles to the campground.
Consider Deckers, Divide or Cripple Creek
Highway 67 meets up with Highway 24 at Woodland Park. If you take the former north, you’ll quickly get to the little fishing community of Deckers. It’s most noted for the South Platte River that runs through town on its way to the front range. Several of the campgrounds near Deckers put you in close proximity to Woodland Park as well. If you’re coming from the Denver area they are even close than the following in Woodland Park.
Highway 67 continues south 6 miles west in Divide. It leads you to the glorious casino town of Cripple Creek and its partner-in-mining Victor. This region is rich in natural beauty and gold rush history. Only 40 minutes from Woodland Park, Cripple Creek features a main street of historic casinos. North of that and just south on Divide on Highway 67 lies Mueller State Park, a fantastic place to camp.
That’s a roundup of the campgrounds in and around Woodland Park, Colorado. Respect your campsite and clean up after yourself and the lazy people. Have a safe, fun camping trip!
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