Thunder Ridge
The campground opens for the 2026 season on May 11. Operating season runs mid-May to mid-October, weather dependent. First-come, first-served; reservations recommended between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Air Quality Alert issued August 10 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Ozone. WHERE...western parts of El Paso and Pueblo Counties. Locations include, but are not limited to Colorado Springs and Pueblo. WHEN...200 PM Monday August 10 to 800 PM Monday August 10 IMPACTS...Ozone concentrations in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category are likely within the advisory area Monday afternoon and evening. HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: 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 August 10 at 2:10PM MDT by NWS Pueblo CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Ozone. WHERE...western parts of El Paso and Pueblo Counties. Locations include, but are not limited to Colorado Springs and Pueblo. WHEN...200 PM Monday August 10 to 800 PM Monday August 10 IMPACTS...Ozone concentrations in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category are likely within the advisory area Monday afternoon and evening. HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: 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
Thunder Ridge Campground is one of two campgrounds within the Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area, located on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains due north of Pikes Peak. At 9,200 feet elevation, the campground is nestled in a ponderosa pine forest with surrounding terrain that includes grass meadows, spruce, Douglas fir, and aspen. The campground overlooks Rampart Reservoir, which is stocked with rainbow and mackinaw trout. The campground has 21 standard nonelectric sites with parking areas at least 30 feet wide. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Facilities include vault toilets (two ADA accessible), drinking water, and trash collection. Sites 7, 8, and 21 are developed for disabled accessibility. Firewood is available for purchase on-site. The 14-mile Rampart Reservoir Trail provides access to hiking and mountain biking. Nearby attractions include tours of the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs and the town of Green Mountain Falls.
Directions
From the I-25 and Hwy 24 intersection in Colorado Springs, travel west on Highway 24 for 17.4 miles to Baldwin St. in Woodland Park. Turn right (north) on Baldwin, which becomes Rampart Range Road. Travel approximately 3 miles to Loy Creek Road, turn right at the Y, and travel 1.5 miles to Forest Road 300 (Rampart Range Road). Turn right (south). The Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area entrance is approximately 4 miles on the left. Thunder Ridge Campground is 0.7 miles on the left.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $28 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 60ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (719) 636-1602 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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