Can you reserve a site at Thunder Ridge?

Yes, Thunder Ridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Thunder Ridge have?

21 sites in total, of which 20 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Thunder Ridge?

60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Thunder Ridge?

Yes, pets are allowed at Thunder Ridge.

Are campfires allowed at Thunder Ridge?

Campfires are allowed at Thunder Ridge. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Thunder Ridge, Colorado — 20 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Thunder Ridge Campground, located above the Rampart Reservoir, is one of two campgrounds within the Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area. The campground overlooks the reservoir, which is popular for fishing. Boating and hiking are also common activities for campers here.

The campground is located on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, due north of the popular Pikes Peak. The peak has an altitude of 14,110 feet and is America's easternmost peak reaching over 14,000 feet.

Recreation

Rainbow and mackinaw trout are plentiful in the reservoir and hikers can enjoy the trails in the area. Rampart Reservoir Trail is nearby. Rampart Reservoir Trail extends for 14 miles and is open to hiking and mountain biking.

Facilities

Three campsites and two of the vault toilets meet current accessibility standards. Most remaining sites have steps that lead below the road level to the site picnic table and campfire ring. Drinking water is provided and each site comes with a picnic table and campfire ring. Firewood can be purchased on-site.

Natural Features

The campground overlooks the Rampart Reservoir in a ponderosa pine forest at an altitude of 9,200 feet. The surrounding terrain includes a mix of grass meadows, spruce, Douglas fir and aspen.

Nearby Attractions

The U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs offers tours, and a visit to the quaint town of Green Mountain Falls makes a great day trip.

Charges & Cancellations

Cancellations

Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.

A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

No-Shows

A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date.

No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite.

Refunds

Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended.

Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.

For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive.

In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.

The facts

Season: May – October — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
20 bookable sites
21 sites in total, including non-bookable
3 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 60 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: THUN

Site types

20 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

21 campsites at Thunder Ridge

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	15 ft	8	🐾
002	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	8	🐾
003	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	32 ft	8	🐾
004	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	28 ft	8	🐾
005	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	🐾
006 - HOST	THUN	Management	Pull Through	Paved	45 ft	8	🐾
007	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
008	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
009	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	8	🐾
010	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	35 ft	8	🐾
011	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	35 ft	8	🐾
012	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	8	🐾
013	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	8	🐾
014	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	8	🐾
015	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	30 ft	8	🐾
016	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	8	🐾
017	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	8	🐾
018	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	17 ft	8	🐾
019	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	35 ft	8	🐾
020	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8	🐾
021	THUN	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

From the I-25 and Hwy 24 intersection in Colorado Springs, Colorado, travel west on Highway 24 for 17.4 miles to Baldwin St. in Woodland Park. Turn right (north) on Baldwin (which turns into Rampart Range Road). Travel approximately 3 miles to Loy Creek Road, turn right at the Y, and travel 1.5 miles to Rampart Range Road (Forest Road 300). Turn right (south) on Rampart Range Road. The Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area entrance is approximately 4 miles up the road on the left. Thunder Ridge Campground is approximately 0.7 miles on the left.

38.97667, -104.98306 · 38°58'36.0"N 104°58'59.0"W

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Typical weather

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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 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 Thunder Ridge

Can you reserve a site at Thunder Ridge?: Yes, Thunder Ridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Thunder Ridge have?: 21 sites in total, of which 20 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Thunder Ridge?: 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Thunder Ridge?: Yes, pets are allowed at Thunder Ridge.
Does Thunder Ridge have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Thunder Ridge?: Campfires are allowed at Thunder Ridge. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Thunder Ridge also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Thunder Ridge's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$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-servicing fee tube is available. First-come, first-served sites

Restrictions:

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.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Thunder Ridge

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Springdale 2.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Red Rocks Group Campground 7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pike Community 8.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
South Meadows - Pike San Isabel NF (CO) 8.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Colorado Campground 9.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Manitou Lake Pavilion 9.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area 0.8 mi · Facility
Dikeside Boating Site 1.3 mi · Facility
South Meadows Campground 8.4 mi · Campground
The Cliff House at Pikes Peak 8.8 mi · Facility
Bottomless Pit Observation Site 9.6 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Thunder Ridge