Pike Community
Pike Community is a group campground located about 6 miles north of Woodland Park in central Colorado. It is a popular choice for of all ages, complete with a baseball field, sand volleyball court and a horseshoe pit. Campers enjoy nearby access to hiking and biking trails.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 | Gravel | 100 / 48 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 25 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
Pike Community offers one large group site that can accommodate up to 100 people and 48 vehicles. The site is equipped with picnic and serving tables, grills and a campfire circle. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. A host is located across the road at South Meadows Campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Late May to Mid September |
| Forest | Pike-San Isabel National Forests |
| Fees | The fee is $150 per night for up to 100 people. This campground is available by reservation only. |
| Rules | Must occupy the site within 24 hours of reservation. Dogs must be leashed at all times. No discharge of firearms or fireworks. Only licensed vehicles can operate inside the campground. Camping is not allowed behind a locked gate. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From the I-25 and Highway 24 intersection in Colorado Springs, Colorado, travel west on Highway 24 for about 18 miles to the junction with Highway 67 in Woodland Park. Turn right (north) on Highway 67 and drive 5.7 miles. The campground is on the right side of the road across from South Meadows Campground.
| Nearest town | Colorado Springs, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.0647° N, 105.0922° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and 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 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. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRainbow Gulch Rx
8 mi from the campground · 912 acres
- PrescribedO'Brien 2 Broadcast Rx
17 mi from the campground · 267 acres
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
38 mi from the campground · 390 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | South Platte Fly Shop ↗ | 5.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | RVs of America Off-Road ↗ | 23.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
The town of Woodland Park is located approximately 6 miles south of Pike Community Group Campground, where campers can find gas, groceries, dining and shopping. Colorado Springs is about 25 miles southeast of the campground and offers many services. Garden of the Gods is a popular attraction just outside of Colorado Springs, this free park offers hiking trails, rock climbing routes, a visitor center and cafe. Pikes Peak lies west of Manitou Springs, which is about 20 miles from the campground. Visitors can hike, or drive to the summit of this beautiful mountain.
- 8.8 miPromontory Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 9.3 miHomestake Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 11.4 miHalfway Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.1 miColorado Cg0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miCampground Loop Spur0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miPainted Rocks Spur0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.5 miRed Rocks Spur0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miMule Creek North1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miSouth Stairsunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Crystola BridgeStructure · Crystola · 7.7 mi
- Peggy Hill CabinBuilding · Palmer Lake · 9.4 mi
- Inez Johnson Lewis SchoolBuilding · Monument · 12 mi
Natural features
The campground is nestled in a ponderosa pine forest at an elevation of 7,700 feet.
Recreation
Plenty of on-site fun presents itself with activities like baseball, horseshoes and volleyball. Campers must bring their own sports equipment. The nearby Centennial Trail is a paved, accessible recreation trail that connects Pike Community Group Campground to Manitou Lake Picnic Area as well as Colorado and South Meadows Campgrounds. The trail is popular among hikers, roller bladers and bicyclists. Rainbow Falls OHV Trail System and North Divide OHV Trail System are recommended for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Manitou Lake offers trout fishing and canoeing on the small, 5-acre lake.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Pike Community?
Sites at Pike Community are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Pike Community?
The fee is $150 per night for up to 100 people. This campground is available by reservation only.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Pike Community?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Pike Community?
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.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Pike Community open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Late May to Mid September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Pike Community have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Pike Community?
The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Pike Community?
Yes, pets are allowed at Pike Community. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Pike Community?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Pike Community?
Plenty of on-site fun presents itself with activities like baseball, horseshoes and volleyball. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Pike Community?
Colorado Springs, Colorado. The town of Woodland Park is located approximately 6 miles south of Pike Community Group Campground, where campers can find gas, groceries, dining and shopping.
Source: Getting there
What if Pike Community is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are South Meadows (under 0.1 mi), Colorado Campground (1 mi), and Painted Rocks (1.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby