Colorado Campground
Colorado Campground is a favorite family destination near Manitou Lake Picnic Area north of the town of Woodland Park. A short trail leads to the lovely lake, where visitors enjoy fishing, bird watching and canoeing.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 77 |
| Standard with electric | 2 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
79 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 010 | Standard | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 8 / 2 |
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 | 100 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
The campground offers single and double-family campsites. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection. The road is paved and parking spurs are gravel. Campfire programs are held at the campground's amphitheater on most Saturday evenings.
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 | May 26 to Sept. 4 |
| Forest | Pike-San Isabel National Forests |
| Booking | Limited campsites reservation can be made four days prior to arrival by calling 877-444-6777 or through www.recreation.gov. There is a reservation fee. |
| Fees | $28.00 fee per site for overnight camping. Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle. $11.00 fee for day use if not camping overnight. Fees are payable by cash, check, or money order. Self-service fee tube is available. |
| Rules | 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. |
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Getting there
From the I-25 and Highway 24 intersection in Colorado Springs, travel west on Highway 24 for about 18 miles to the intersection with Highway 67 in Woodland Park. Turn right (north) on Highway 67 and drive about 6.7 miles to Colorado Campground. The campground is on the right side of the road.
| Nearest town | Colorado Springs, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.0797° N, 105.0933° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service 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.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRainbow Gulch Rx
9 mi from the campground · 912 acres
- PrescribedO'Brien 2 Broadcast Rx
17 mi from the campground · 267 acres
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
37 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 ↗ | 6.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Berkenkotter Motors ↗ | 23.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
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 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 20 miles from the campground. Visitors can hike, or drive to the summit of this beautiful mountain. The town of Woodland Park, located 6 miles south of Colorado Campground, offers gas, groceries, dining and shopping.
- 9.6 miPromontory Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 10 miHomestake Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 12.4 miHalfway Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 14.5 miCheesman Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miColorado Cg0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miCampground Loop Spur0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miPainted Rocks Spur0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miSouth Stairsunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miManitou Lake0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miNorth Loop0.7 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.
Public land it sits in
Lost Creek Wilderness begins about 14.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14.8 miLost Creek Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 114,864 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Crystola BridgeStructure · Crystola · 8.6 mi
- Peggy Hill CabinBuilding · Palmer Lake · 9.2 mi
- Inez Johnson Lewis SchoolBuilding · Monument · 12 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated at 7,800 feet in a ponderosa pine forest near the 5-acre Manitou Lake. The campground lies in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, due north of Pikes Peak. Pikes Peak summit reaches an elevation of 14,115 feet and is America's easternmost peak over 14,000 feet.
Recreation
Manitou Lake offers trout fishing and lakeside picnicking. Canoeing on the small lake is also a popular activity. The Centennial Bike Trail, a paved, accessible recreation trail, connects Colorado Campground to Manitou Lake Picnic Area and South Meadows Campground. 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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Colorado Campground?
Sites at Colorado Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Limited campsites reservation can be made four days prior to arrival by calling 877-444-6777 or through www.recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Colorado Campground?
$28.00 fee per site for overnight camping. Two vehicles or one RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Colorado Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Colorado Campground?
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Colorado Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 26 to Sept. 4.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Colorado Campground have?
81 sites, including 77 standard sites without power and 2 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Colorado Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Colorado Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Colorado Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Colorado Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 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 Colorado Campground?
Manitou Lake offers trout fishing and lakeside picnicking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Colorado Campground?
Colorado Springs, Colorado. Colorado Springs is about 25 miles southeast of the campground and offers many services.
Source: Getting there
What if Colorado Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Painted Rocks (0.7 mi), Pike Community (1 mi), and South Meadows (1 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby