OutReserve

Thunder Ridge

THUNDER RIDGE
THUNDER RIDGE
THUNDER RIDGE
THUNDER RIDGE
THUNDER RIDGE

About Thunder Ridge

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.

Number of accommodations: 20

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 8

Sites & Availability

20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 011, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 012, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night
🚐 021, Loop: THUN
No Hookups
$28.00
/ per night

Reviews (136)

What Guests Are Saying

Thunder Ridge Campground offers a beautiful and clean camping experience, with friendly hosts who ensure the facilities are well-maintained, including spotless bathrooms. The campground is conveniently located near Woodland Park and features stunning views, easy access to a reservoir for activities like hiking and fishing, and a peaceful atmosphere. Some challenges include uneven tent pads and a bumpy access road, but many campers express a desire to return for the overall positive experience.

Review Summary

4.5
136 reviews
5
64.0%
87
4
28.7%
39
3
5.1%
7
2
1.5%
2
1
0.7%
1

Robert W

Verified

August 9, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: THUN

5

The campsite was awesome as was the host. The sites were spread far apart and we had easy access to the reservoir. The road into the park is horrible though. 3 miles of washboards that shook screws out of my camper. Woodland Park needs to spend 5 minutes and blade the road, then oil prep it like the rest of the roads that normally are heavily traveled.

Robert K

Verified

August 3, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: THUN

4

I enjoyed the site and location. The view was great. I went into the men's side of the restroom near site 10 and there was a sign posted that stated the restrooms were cleaned and sanitized 3 times a day. This was around 4:00 PM. Around 6 PM I went back to that restroom and noticed feces on the floor. The next day that same feces was dried and still on the floor. By 11:00 AM, when I left, it was still like that. That was upsetting because I believe the restroom had not been cleaned in at least 16 hours.

Peggy A

Verified

August 3, 2020 Stayed at: 012, Loop: THUN

5

Very good site looking out over lake. Enjoyed the view the quiet and the chipmunks. To get there was slow in a 24 foot RV as the last 3 miles the gravel grate road was a bit rough. Worth it though.

Jacqueline K

Verified

July 28, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: THUN

4

Road getting there was terrible. Campsite was nice.

Jane C

Verified

July 14, 2020 Stayed at: 011, Loop: THUN

4

I just love the site #11 and it's perfect view and peaceful, I will come back and thank you ALL for my weekend. The potties were very clean and smelling good. But I don't want more people finding this out, this is our secret, :)

CARA B

Verified

July 13, 2020 Stayed at: 010, Loop: THUN

5

Beautiful 15- 20 min hike down to the reservoir from the campground. Great trout fishing! Lots of deer and chipmunks. Lots of things to do in Woodland park also. Clean bathrooms. Nice hosts.

Kyle K

Verified

July 12, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: THUN

5

Nice overlook of the lake. A lot of good hiking trails, one leading to the lake from the campsite through a beautiful forest.

Gina P

Verified

June 15, 2020 Stayed at: 020, Loop: THUN

5

Clean bathrooms. Quiet. Dry firewood available for purchase.

Randy W

Verified

June 7, 2020 Stayed at: 019, Loop: THUN

5

Everything was wonderful. God bless the people who work hard to keep it nice. I ended up shifting over to a first come, first serve over at Meadow Ridge to stay a few more nights.

Laura W

Verified

January 11, 2020 Stayed at: 012, Loop: THUN

4

The campground itself was great and the surrounding area was beautiful despite the rain. We will be back!!

Location Thunder Ridge

Address:
601 S. Weber
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.9767 / -104.983

Elevation: 2809 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

• Check-In time is 2 p.m. and check-out time is 12 p.m.
• SPECIAL NOTE: Colorado State regulations prohibit attaching hoses to hydrants to fill RV’s. Please come prepared.
•• Please check-in with host upon arrival. 
• RV or trailers over 36 feet will have a very tough time making it through the campground because of tight corners and trees.
• All vehicles including campers must fit in parking spur (not on grass) without blocking road.
• Motorized and trailered boats may only launch on the reservoir Thursdays - Sundays from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. All boats and trailers must be inspected for aquatic nuisance species prior to launching. Hand launched boats may launch from the boat ramp 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday - Saturdays.
• Do not feed the wildlife. This includes bird feeders of any kind.  
• Don’t Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.  
• 10 mph speed limit in all campgrounds and day use areas. 
• Discharging any weapon is prohibited including paintballs, bow & arrow, BB guns, airsoft guns. Fireworks and explosives are prohibited. Target shooting is prohibited.
• Thunderstorms are common; take extra precautions for lightning.
• Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating.
• This is a high elevation facility; please use caution when traveling from lower elevations.
• No horses allowed. 
• ATVs prohibited. 
• Click here for more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forests.
• USE OF DRONES PROHIBITED.

General

Two vehicles or one RV/Trailer and tow vehicle per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00/night for a third vehicle. 

General

Firewood is for sale from the Host site for $10.00/bundle.

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