Indian Creek Equestrian Campground
The Indian Creek Equestrian Campground is an ideal camping site for avid horseback riders looking to explore the Indian Creek Equestrian Trail. The area provides a pleasant atmosphere plus nearby access to the Rampart Range, a well known off-highway vehicle riding area. The area boasts wildlife like mule deer, turkey, elk and black bears. The Roxborough State Park is located to the northeast of the campground as has a reputation for its dramatic red-rock formations.
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Site mix
| Equestrian | 7 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
7 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 |
| 002 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 |
| 003 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 |
| 004 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 |
| 005 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 |
| 006 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 |
| 007 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 1 |
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 | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
Four hitching rails and some small corrals are provided for common use. Drinking water is on hand from hydrants. There is no watering trough available. The campground is adjacent to the Indian Creek Campground, which is available for family camping.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | Late May to Late September |
| Forest | Pike-San Isabel National Forests |
| Booking | Phone 877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov at least 4 days in advance. Friday and Saturday night minimum required stay on weekends. Three nights minimum on holiday weekends. |
| Fees | $30.00 fee per site for overnight. Two (2) vehicles or one (1) RV per site are included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle. $11.00 day use fee if not camping overnight. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order. Self servicing fee tube is available. |
| Rules | The following restrictions apply to this campground: Please use certified weed-free hay only. Maximum parking spur is 60'. Maximum 8 persons per site, 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle. 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 Sedalia, drive about 10 miles west on Highway 67 and the entrance is about a half mile from the intersection of Highway 67 and Rampart Range Rd.
| Nearest town | S.Platte Ranger Dist, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.3917° N, 105.1089° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Must be in possession of a horse in order to camp in the equestrian campground.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
23 mi from the campground · 390 acres
- PrescribedRainbow Gulch Rx
29 mi from the campground · 912 acres
- PrescribedO'Brien 2 Broadcast Rx
32 mi from the campground · 267 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 10.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra ↗ | 12.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Berkenkotter Motors ↗ | 13.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 1 miIndian Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2.8 miGarber Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5 miWillow Bend Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 6.1 miScraggy View Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miRingtail2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miIndian Creek ↗11.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miPowerline ↗6.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.1 miColorado Tr Connector0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.4 miBear Mountain ↗4.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 2.4 miPlatte View1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 1 miIndian Creek Trailhead ↗Pike-San Isabel National Forests
- 2.8 miGarber Creek Trailhead ↗Pike-San Isabel National Forests
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 10.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.8 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
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Campsites sit among a mix of trees that provide both shade and sun throughout the day. These include Ponderosa pine, Gamble oak, Douglas fir, aspen and spruce. Pike-San Isabel National Forests include over a million acres of wilderness and over half of Colorado's mountain peaks that reach above 14,000 feet in altitude.
Recreation
The Indian Creek Trail, which is also called the Bear Creek Trail, is a loop trail that extends for 14 miles. In addition to horseback riders, mountain bikers and hikers also enjoy taking on the scenic journey.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Indian Creek Equestrian Campground?
Sites at Indian Creek Equestrian Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Phone 877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov at least 4 days in advance. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Indian Creek Equestrian Campground?
$30.00 fee per site for overnight. Two (2) vehicles or one (1) RV per site are included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Indian Creek Equestrian Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Indian Creek Equestrian Campground have?
7 sites, including 7 equestrian sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Indian Creek Equestrian Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 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
What is there to do at Indian Creek Equestrian Campground?
The Indian Creek Trail, which is also called the Bear Creek Trail, is a loop trail that extends for 14 miles. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Indian Creek Equestrian Campground?
S.Platte Ranger Dist, Colorado.
Source: Getting there
What if Indian Creek Equestrian Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping (1.3 mi), Flat Rocks Campground (4.5 mi, first-come), and Osprey (4.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby