Devils Head Campground
Currently closed for the season. The campground typically opens Memorial Day week (late May) and operates through late September, weather dependent. Access road (Rampart Range Road) closes December 1 annually. Only the upper loop is operational when open; the lower loop remains closed pending sedimentation clearing.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 9:10AM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Ozone Action Day Alert. WHERE...Douglas, Jefferson, Denver, western Arapahoe, western Adams, Broomfield, Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties WHEN...400 PM Monday July 20 to 400 PM Tuesday July 21 IMPACTS...Ozone Action Day Alert is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Hot and stagnant weather conditions will result in ozone concentrations reaching the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category both Monday and Tuesday during the afternoon and evening hours. For Colorado air quality conditions, forecasts, and advisories, visit: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx If possible, please help us reduce ozone pollution by limiting driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles until at least 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Colorado is also addressing ozone pollution through state policies. For more information about health impacts and how ozone pollution forms in Colorado, visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/ozone- pollution-and-your-health HEALTH INFORMATION...Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Ozone Action Day Alert. WHERE...Douglas, Jefferson, Denver, western Arapahoe, western Adams, Broomfield, Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties WHEN...400 PM Monday July 20 to 400 PM Tuesday July 21 IMPACTS...Ozone Action Day Alert is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Hot and stagnant weather conditions will result in ozone concentrations reaching the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category both Monday and Tuesday during the afternoon and evening hours. For Colorado air quality conditions, forecasts, and advisories, visit: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx If possible, please help us reduce ozone pollution by limiting driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles until at least 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Colorado is also addressing ozone pollution through state policies. For more information about health impacts and how ozone pollution forms in Colorado, visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/ozone- pollution-and-your-health HEALTH INFORMATION...Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
About
Devils Head Campground is a rustic, first-come, first-served campground nestled at the base of Devil's Head Trail in Colorado's Pike National Forest. The landscape is characterized by striking rock formations and ponderosa pine forest, with outstanding views of the surrounding Front Range foothills. The campground serves as the primary trailhead for the 1.4-mile hike to the historic Devil's Head Lookout Tower, one of the few remaining staffed fire lookouts in Colorado. The campground operates seasonally from late May through late September, with full services during peak season (Memorial Day through Labor Day) including an onsite host and trash collection. Extended season after Labor Day offers reduced services. Access is via Rampart Range Road, which closes December 1 and typically reopens around April 1, weather dependent. Amenities are basic: vault toilets and picnic tables are provided, but there is no potable water, hookups, or dump station. Campers should bring all drinking water. Each site accommodates up to 8 people with a maximum of 2 tents and either 2 vehicles or 1 RV. Dogs are permitted but must remain leashed at all times. Note that only the upper loop is currently operational due to sedimentation issues in the lower loop.
Directions
From Sedalia, take US Highway 85 south, then turn west on Highway 67 for 10 miles to the junction with Rampart Range Road. Turn south onto Rampart Range Road and continue for 10 miles. Devil's Head Campground has a signed turnoff.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $27 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (303) 275-5610 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Devils Head Campground |
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