U.S. Forest Service · Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands · Colorado Springs, CO

Red Rocks Group Campground

Red Rocks Group Campground is located 4 miles north of the town of Woodland Park, Colorado. Visitors enjoy the area for hiking, biking and visiting the nearby 5-acre Manitou Lake.

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Site mix

Group sites1
This site is booked as a single unit on Recreation.gov. The booking page shows which dates are open and how far ahead they release. How the booking window works

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfacePeople / vehicles
1Pull-through25Gravel100 / 44

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

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length25 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed

The campground offers one group site that can accommodate up to 100 people and 44 vehicles. It can be reserved for overnight or day use. The site is equipped with picnic tables and a campfire circle with benches. Additional tables and grills are scattered throughout the area. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
SeasonLate May to Mid September
ForestPike-San Isabel National Forests
Fees$190 per night/day, for up to 100 people. This campground was developed for group camping, but may be reserved for day use at the overnight use rate.
RulesMust 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 campground. Camping is not allowed behind a locked gate.

Pike-San Isabel National Forests recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Red Rocks Group Campground20°30°40°50°60°70°January: 0.66 inches of precipitationFebruary: 0.74 inches of precipitationMarch: 1.45 inches of precipitationApril: 2.10 inches of precipitationMay: 2.03 inches of precipitationJune: 1.77 inches of precipitationJuly: 3.72 inches of precipitationAugust: 3.24 inches of precipitationSeptember: 1.90 inches of precipitationOctober: 0.94 inches of precipitationNovember: 0.69 inches of precipitationDecember: 0.74 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 21.0°F averageFebruary: 22.5°F averageMarch: 29.4°F averageApril: 34.7°F averageMay: 43.9°F averageJune: 54.9°F averageJuly: 60.5°F averageAugust: 58.1°F averageSeptember: 51.9°F averageOctober: 40.4°F averageNovember: 29.7°F averageDecember: 22.4°F average0 in1 in2 in3 in4 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Divide 4Nw, 9 miles from the campground at 9,134 feet, station USC00052294 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 20 inches a year.

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 about 4 miles. Turn right (east) on Forest Road 335. The campground entrance is up the road about 0.2 miles on the left.

Nearest townColorado Springs, Colorado
Coordinates39.0442° N, 105.0797° 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

  • Prescribed
    Rainbow Gulch Rx

    7 mi from the campground · 912 acres

  • Prescribed
    O'Brien 2 Broadcast Rx

    17 mi from the campground · 267 acres

  • Prescribed
    Harris Park Broadcast Rx

    40 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 gearSouth Platte Fly Shop ↗4 mi
Dump stationDump station ↗10.1 mi
RV sales & serviceRVs of America Off-Road ↗22.3 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

Worth a stop

The town of Woodland Park is located 4 miles south of the campground, where campers can find gas, groceries, dining and shopping. Colorado Springs is about 20 miles southeast of the campground and offers many services. Garden of the Gods is a popular attraction just outside of town. This free park offers hiking trails, rock climbing routes, a visitor center and cafe. Pikes Peak lies west of Manitou Springs, which is about 15 miles from the campground. Visitors can hike, bike, or drive to the summit of this beautiful mountain.

  • 0.1 mi
    Mule Creek North
    1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 0.1 mi
    Red Rocks Spur
    0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 0.2 mi
    Centennial
    3.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 0.3 mi
    Red Rocks
    0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 1.9 mi
    Soldier Mtn Trail
    1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
  • 2 mi
    Fish Camp
    0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

On the National Register nearby

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Natural features

This rustic group site is situated in a ponderosa pine forest at an elevation of 8,200 feet. A nearby hiking trail leads to a unique red sandstone formation. Most of Red Rocks Group Campground is shaded by ponderosa pine trees.

Recreation

The Centennial Bike Trail is a paved, accessible recreation trail that connects Red Rocks Group Campground to Manitou Lake Picnic Area, Colorado and South Meadows Campgrounds. The trail is popular among hikers, roller bladers and bicyclists. The nearby Rainbow Falls OHV Trail System and North Divide OHV Trail System are recommended for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Manitou Lake is a short drive away, and is great for picnics and trout fishing. Canoeing is also a popular activity.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Red Rocks Group Campground?

Sites at Red Rocks Group Campground 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 Red Rocks Group Campground?

$190 per night/day, for up to 100 people. This campground was developed for group camping, but may be reserved for day use at the overnight use rate.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Red Rocks Group Campground?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Red Rocks Group Campground?

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 Red Rocks Group Campground 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 Red Rocks Group Campground have?

1 site, including 1 group site.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Red Rocks Group Campground?

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 Red Rocks Group Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Red Rocks Group Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Red Rocks Group Campground?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Red Rocks Group Campground?

The Centennial Bike Trail is a paved, accessible recreation trail that connects Red Rocks Group Campground to Manitou Lake Picnic Area, Colorado and South Meadows Campgrounds. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Red Rocks Group Campground?

Colorado Springs, Colorado. The town of Woodland Park is located 4 miles south of the campground, where campers can find gas, groceries, dining and shopping.

Source: Getting there

What if Red Rocks Group Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Pike Community (1.6 mi), South Meadows (1.6 mi), and Colorado Campground (2.6 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby