Thunder Ridge Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Check in: 2 pm'Check out: 12 pm (noon)'Quiet hours: 10 pm to 6 am
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 82.5 mi
- Coordinates
- 38.9752, -104.9842
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Thunder Ridge Campground has 21 campsites with parking areas that are at least 30'. Sites 7, 8, and 21 have been developed for disabled accessibility. Facilities include tables, fire grates, drinking water, vault toilets, and trash collection. This is a standard, non-electric campground.All dates are weather dependent. Dates of operation below are dates visitors may expect full service.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Thunder Ridge Campground free?
No. Thunder Ridge Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Thunder Ridge Campground?
From Colorado Springs, travel west on Hwy 24 for about 24 miles to Woodland Park. Turn north on Baldwin (which becomes Rampart Range Road). Go about 2 miles to Loy Creek Road, turn right and then to FDR 300 (Rampart Range Road) turn right. Follow signs. Rampart Reservoir entrance is about 4 miles further on the left.
What are the rules at Thunder Ridge Campground?
The following restrictions apply to this campground : 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. Potable water; drinking water.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
