Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping

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Overview

The Rampart Range Recreation Area's Designated Dispersed Camping is operated by Rocky Mountain Recreation Company. Camping is only allowed in numbered campsites and requires a fee. Trailhead parking within the Rampart Range Recreation Area is free. The Rampart Range Recreation Area is known for its motorized trail system (OHV's less than 50 inches in width), Devils Head Fire Lookout Tower, and climbing areas. Access to over 300 miles of motorized trails in this area, in addition to the motorized trails on the adjacent Pikes Peak Ranger District. Please use the Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for the South Platte Ranger District to determine your OHV route(s). All motorized vehicles must be registered with the State of Colorado and have a Forest Service approved spark arrestor.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 15)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 5)

  • Pets Allowed

    (30 of 98 campsites have Pets Allowed)

Natural Features

Example of a Designated Dispersed Site (camping area sizes vary) - Credits: UDSA - Forest Service
Various rock formations. - Credits: USDA - Forest Service
Example of a Designated Dispersed Site sign - Credits: USDA Forest Service
Site 83, tent only.  4X4 access only. - Credits: USDA - Forest Service

The Rampart Range Recreation Area is home to the Devils Head Lookout Tower. The tower is staffed by a U.S. Forest Service fire lookout personnel.

Recreation

Rampart Range Recreation Area on the Pike National Forest - Credits: USDA Forest Service

Rampart Range Recreation Area is known for its motorized trail system, Devils Head Fire Lookout Tower, and climbing areas. Access to over 300 miles of trails in this area, in addition to the motorized trails on the adjacent Pikes Peak Ranger District. Hiking trail to the meadow below the Devils Head Fire Lookout Tower.

Nearby Attractions

Motorized trail system, Devils Head Fire Lookout Tower, and climbing areas.

Additional Information

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