Meadow Ridge

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Pike-San Isabel National Forests

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Pike-San Isabel National Forests 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. First-come, first-served sites must be occupied the same night. Season: Mid May to Mid Sept Status: closed Reservations: Phone 877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov at least 4 days in advance. Limited site reservations can be made six months prior to arrival. Overview Located about 10 miles from the town of Woodland Park, Colorado, Meadow Ridge Campground is pleasantly situated on a ridge above the Rampart Reservoir. Here, campers have access to prime fishing and mountain biking and hiking trails. The campground is in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, due north of the popular Pikes Peak. The peak has an altitude of 14,110 feet and was first climbed in 1820. Its claim to fame is that it is America's easternmost peak over 14,000 feet. Recreation Rainbow and mackinaw trout are plentiful in the renowned fishing reservoir and hikers enjoy the trails in the area. Rampart Reservoir Trail and Nichols Reservoir Trail are both worth exploring. Rampart Reservoir Trail extends for 14 miles and is open to mountain biking. Facilities Most campsites are nicely shaded with a grassy understory, and have limited privacy from other sites. Drinking… Getting there: From Colorado Springs, drive west on Highway 24 for about 24 miles to Woodland Park. Turn right (north) on Baldwin St. (which becomes Rampart Range Road). Drive about 2 miles to Loy Creek Road, turn right, and then take another right on Forest Road 300 (Rampart Range Road). Follow signs. The entrance to Rampart Reservoir is about 4 miles further on the left. Rules: - Dogs must be leashed at all times. - Horses are not permitted on trails. - No discharge of firearms or fireworks. - Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground. - Camping is not allowed behind a locked gate . - All food, coolers and toiletries must be stored inside an enclosed vehicle at all times to prevent bear conflicts. Phone: 719-636-1602 (INFORMATION ONLY, NO RESERVATONS TAKEN AT THIS NUMBER) Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231871 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov