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Average nightly rates11 total sites
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8 sites
Tent Sites
3 sites
About Painted Rocks
Number of accommodations: 11
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Picnic Table
Wi Fi
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
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- Wi Fi
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Campfire Ring
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Reviews (142)
What Guests Are Saying
Painted Rocks Campground is praised for its beautiful, clean, and well-maintained sites, with a friendly host, Cathy, who enhances the camping experience with helpful recommendations. Many reviewers enjoy the serene atmosphere, ample shade, and proximity to Manitou Lake for recreational activities. While some mention minor issues like tight roads for trailers and occasional noise, the overall consensus is positive, highlighting it as a hidden gem in Colorado.
What Guests Are Saying
Painted Rocks Campground is praised for its beautiful, clean, and well-maintained sites, with a friendly host, Cathy, who enhances the camping experience with helpful recommendations. Many reviewers enjoy the serene atmosphere, ample shade, and proximity to Manitou Lake for recreational activities. While some mention minor issues like tight roads for trailers and occasional noise, the overall consensus is positive, highlighting it as a hidden gem in Colorado.
Review Summary
Michele W
VerifiedJune 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: PAIN
This site was amazing. There was a hiking trail that led directly from our tent site to a rock structure. Beautiful views. Lake Manitou was within walking distance. The only downside was the gunshot sounds from nearby. We could hear coyotes howling every night.
Michele W
VerifiedJune 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: PAIN
This site was amazing. There was a hiking trail that led directly from our tent site to a rock structure. Beautiful views. Lake Manitou was within walking distance. The only downside was the gunshot sounds from nearby. We could hear coyotes howling every night.
Jim B
VerifiedJune 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: PAIN
Just a great campground! Jerry the Host does a great job in providing local knowledge and basic services. The camp sites have plenty of privacy in a beautiful setting in the trees with Red Sandstone spires on the property.
There is no wireless/mobile phone service (perfect!)... if you want KOA with Billy Bob in his shorts and no shirt 14feet away.. do not camp at Painted Rocks.. go to KOA
Jim B
VerifiedJune 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: PAIN
Just a great campground! Jerry the Host does a great job in providing local knowledge and basic services. The camp sites have plenty of privacy in a beautiful setting in the trees with Red Sandstone spires on the property.
There is no wireless/mobile phone service (perfect!)... if you want KOA with Billy Bob in his shorts and no shirt 14feet away.. do not camp at Painted Rocks.. go to KOA
Elizabeth G
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: PAIN
We love Painted Rocks for its spacious sites, nearby rock formations, and easy access. Our only criticism is that the sites were numbered incorrectly on the website, so we thought we were reserving adjoining sites, but found that they were across the road from one another. It behooves the website manager to correct this error.
Elizabeth G
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: PAIN
We love Painted Rocks for its spacious sites, nearby rock formations, and easy access. Our only criticism is that the sites were numbered incorrectly on the website, so we thought we were reserving adjoining sites, but found that they were across the road from one another. It behooves the website manager to correct this error.
Ambrea N
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: PAIN
Beautiful, quiet, great for tents. Close enough to town to run in for forgotten items yet far enough to enjoy nature.
Curt B
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: PAIN
What a great experience. Not a long drive from Denver, but the grounds are beautiful, and the campsites we had were perfect for our six families with teenage kids. Well maintained. You're less than a mile from a beautiful lake for fishing or a hike. Not as remote as some campgrounds, but we'd definitely recommend it particularly for families in Denver-C Springs looking for a great camping experience without many hours in a car to get there.
Ambrea N
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: PAIN
Beautiful, quiet, great for tents. Close enough to town to run in for forgotten items yet far enough to enjoy nature.
Curt B
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: PAIN
What a great experience. Not a long drive from Denver, but the grounds are beautiful, and the campsites we had were perfect for our six families with teenage kids. Well maintained. You're less than a mile from a beautiful lake for fishing or a hike. Not as remote as some campgrounds, but we'd definitely recommend it particularly for families in Denver-C Springs looking for a great camping experience without many hours in a car to get there.
Location Painted Rocks
Address:
Pikes Peak Ranger District
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
United States
From the I-25 and Highway 24 intersection in Colorado Springs, Colorado, travel west on Highway 24 for about 18 miles to the junction with Highway 67 in Woodland Park. Turn right (north) on Highway 67 and drive about 7 miles to Painted Rocks Road and turn left (west). Take the gravel road about 1/2 mile to campground entrance on the left.
The campground is accessible from Highway 24, which connects to I-25 in Colorado Springs, approximately 18 miles to the east. From Highway 24, travelers can take Highway 67 north for about 7 miles to reach Painted Rocks Road.
Elevation: 2390 feet
26 mi drive to downtown Colorado Springs (about 38 min)
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Last updated: September 3, 2026
