About Thunder Ridge
Number of accommodations: 20
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Grill
- Fire Pit
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (272)
What Guests Are Saying
Thunder Ridge Campground is praised for its beautiful setting, clean facilities, and friendly hosts, particularly Jan, who provides excellent service. Campers appreciated the well-maintained restrooms and the peaceful atmosphere, with many enjoying nearby hiking trails and the stunning reservoir views. However, some noted challenges with site sizes for tents, difficult access roads, and occasional strong winds, yet most expressed a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Thunder Ridge Campground is praised for its beautiful setting, clean facilities, and friendly hosts, particularly Jan, who provides excellent service. Campers appreciated the well-maintained restrooms and the peaceful atmosphere, with many enjoying nearby hiking trails and the stunning reservoir views. However, some noted challenges with site sizes for tents, difficult access roads, and occasional strong winds, yet most expressed a desire to return.
Review Summary
Jes M
VerifiedAugust 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: THUN
We had a wonderful stay. The campsites, while close together, are set up to feel a bit private. We had a mama deer and her baby walk right up to us and we got to watch the baby feed! The hike to the reservoir is absolutely stunning! The woman running the site was super friendly and helpful. We will absolutely be back!!
Jes M
VerifiedAugust 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: THUN
We had a wonderful stay. The campsites, while close together, are set up to feel a bit private. We had a mama deer and her baby walk right up to us and we got to watch the baby feed! The hike to the reservoir is absolutely stunning! The woman running the site was super friendly and helpful. We will absolutely be back!!
Sean G
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: THUN
I always come back to rampart at least once a year, as a kayaker its incredibly enjoying to paddle through here and very pretty exploring all the coves.
Sean G
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: THUN
I always come back to rampart at least once a year, as a kayaker its incredibly enjoying to paddle through here and very pretty exploring all the coves.
Katiria R
VerifiedAugust 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: THUN
We stayed in Site 20 and although the site was beautiful, overlooking the forest, and a bit I leveled because of the natural layout of the forest, what was the most terrible was the scent from the bathrooms. I believe there’s a pipe that exits between site 20 and the site to the right (overlooking the forest) that ventilates the bathrooms. It smelled horrible, but you only caught a Whig of it once in a while. Other than that, beautiful place!
Katiria R
VerifiedAugust 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: THUN
We stayed in Site 20 and although the site was beautiful, overlooking the forest, and a bit I leveled because of the natural layout of the forest, what was the most terrible was the scent from the bathrooms. I believe there’s a pipe that exits between site 20 and the site to the right (overlooking the forest) that ventilates the bathrooms. It smelled horrible, but you only caught a Whig of it once in a while. Other than that, beautiful place!
Ryan T
VerifiedAugust 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: THUN
Beautiful area. Clean campground. So much to do: mtn biking, SUP boarding, hiking, fishing etc. will definitely be back.
Ryan T
VerifiedAugust 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: THUN
Beautiful area. Clean campground. So much to do: mtn biking, SUP boarding, hiking, fishing etc. will definitely be back.
Jan B
VerifiedAugust 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: THUN
The camp was clean, and in a beautiful spot above the reservoir. The water provided tasted great. The access road was awful and very rough. The camp host made sure I was comfortable and gave me good information about walking around the lake. Go there, but make sure you drive the access road slowly.
Jan B
VerifiedAugust 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: THUN
The camp was clean, and in a beautiful spot above the reservoir. The water provided tasted great. The access road was awful and very rough. The camp host made sure I was comfortable and gave me good information about walking around the lake. Go there, but make sure you drive the access road slowly.
Location Thunder Ridge
Address:
601 S. Weber
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
United States
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.
Thunder Ridge Campground is accessible via Highway 24, which connects to I-25 in Colorado Springs. The campground is approximately 17.4 miles from the I-25 and Highway 24 intersection.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.9767 / -104.983
Elevation: 2809 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
General
- •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.
- Two vehicles or one RV/Trailer and tow vehicle per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00/night for a third vehicle.
- Firewood is for sale from the Host site for $10.00/bundle.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
