Manitou Lake Pavilion
Campground · Colorado · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Manitou Experimental Forest (Experimental Forest) · Restricted Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 50
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 7,751 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Manitou Lake Picnic Area, is located 7 miles north of Woodland Park, Colorado,. The Manitou Lake Pavilion is located inside the picnic area and is a wonderful group day use picnic area for groups up to 50 people. The scenic spot sits on the west side of Manitou Lake and provides great opportunities for hiking, biking and fishing.Fishing in the lake is welcomed.
Recreation
The paved Centennial Bike Trail can be accessed from the picnic area and a hiking trail loops around the lake. The paved trail connects to nearby Painted Rocks, Colorado, and South Meadows Campgrounds. Manitou Lake is a popular birding area with a diversity of waterfowl and land bird species.Facilities
The open-air pavilion is accessible. Adjacent to the pavilion are water hydrants, a large cooking grill, vault toilets, and group picnic tables. A grassy meadow allows for plenty of outdoor sports. The pavilion can accommodate approximately 25 people if tables are set up, and 50 people if only chairs are set up. Drinking water is available during peak season only.Natural Features
The small Manitou Lake is a 5-acre reservoir fed by Trout Creek. At a 7,700 foot elevation, the terrain is a combination of grassy meadows and ponderosa pines.Nearby Attractions
Hike to the top of Pikes Peak or visit Garden of the Gods Park, a registered National Natural Landmark. The park and visitor center are free to the public.Charges & Cancellations
Group Day Use Area: Customers who cancel a group day-use facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the total day-use fee.
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: MANITOU LAKE PAVILION
Site types
- 1 Group Picnic Area
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
1 campsite at Manitou Lake Pavilion
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | MANITOU LAKE PAVILION | Group Picnic Area | — | — | Lakefront | — | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Colorado Springs, travel on US Highway 24 approximately 18 miles to Woodland Park. Take Highway 67 north about 7 miles. Manitou Lake is on the right (east) side of the highway 1 mile north of Colorado Campground.
39.08833, -105.09806 · 39°5'18.0"N 105°5'53.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.9 | 2.3 | 2.4 | 1.7 | 3.5 | 3.1 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.8 | 0.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Manitou Lake Pavilion
- Can you reserve a site at Manitou Lake Pavilion?
- Yes, Manitou Lake Pavilion is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Manitou Lake Pavilion have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Manitou Lake Pavilion?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Manitou Lake Pavilion.
- Are campfires allowed at Manitou Lake Pavilion?
- Campfires are allowed at Manitou Lake Pavilion. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Manitou Lake Pavilion
- Painted Rocks 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Colorado Campground 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Pike Community 1.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- South Meadows - Pike San Isabel NF (CO) 1.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Red Rocks Group Campground 3.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Springdale 7.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Meadow Ridge 9.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Thunder Ridge 9.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- South Meadows Campground 1.7 mi · Campground
- Rainbow Falls Motorized Routes 3.3 mi · Facility
- Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area 10.3 mi · Facility
- Dikeside Boating Site 10.7 mi · Facility
Contact
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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