Example of a Designated Dispersed Site (camping area sizes vary)

Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping

Open

The campground is currently open. Annual closure runs December 1 through approximately late May due to winter weather and a mud-season closure order (April 1-May 31). Roads typically reopen when ground conditions allow, targeting April 1 but often delayed until mid-to-late May. Limited to 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period.

Air Quality Alert issued June 22 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO

4:10 PM — June 23rd, 4:00 PM

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 June 22 to 400 PM Tuesday June 23 IMPACTS...Ozone Action Day Alert is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Elevated levels of ozone are possible throughout the northern Colorado Front Range on Monday and Tuesday, including Denver, Fort Collins, and Greeley. The highest concentrations are most likely for locations in the southern and western portions of the Denver Metro area. 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, June 23, 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

The Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping provides a primitive camping experience in Pike National Forest at approximately 9,749 feet elevation. Unlike traditional dispersed camping, all camping here is restricted to numbered sites along National Forest System Roads 300, 502, 507, and 563. Each designated site includes a fire ring and picnic table. The area is operated by a concessionaire and requires a nightly fee. This heavily motorized recreation area provides access to over 300 miles of OHV trails (vehicles under 50 inches width only). All motorized vehicles must be Colorado-registered with a USFS-approved spark arrestor. The area also features Devils Head Fire Lookout Tower, one of the few remaining staffed fire lookouts, and several climbing areas. Campers must bring their own water as none is available on-site. Trash is pack-in/pack-out. Vault toilets are located at trailheads throughout the area, with port-a-potties available near camping zones. Bear-resistant food storage is required, and no firearms or fireworks are permitted. Thunderstorms are common at this elevation; campers should take precautions for lightning.

Directions

From Denver, take Highway 85 south to Sedalia, then Highway 67 west approximately 10 miles to Rampart Range Road (NFSR 300). Designated dispersed sites are located along NFSR 300, 502, 507, and 563.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $22 - $33

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Email jvalentine@goexplorus.com
Phone +1 (303) 275-5610

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

Photos

Example of a Designated Dispersed Site (camping area sizes vary)
Example of a Designated Dispersed Site (camping area sizes vary)
Sign of the Rampart Range Recreation Area on the Pike National Forest
Various rock formations.
Example of a Designated Dispersed Site sign
Site 83, tent only.  4X4 access only.

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