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The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park

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The Meadow Campground — Cheyenne Mountain, near Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors without straying too far from town. With spacious sites that come with full hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings, it’s perfect for both RVs and tents.

This campground boasts clean facilities, including bathrooms and showers that visitors rave about. One camper mentioned, “The facilities for showering and bathrooms were close and extremely clean!” Plus, you can grab firewood from the camp host, making it easy to settle in for a cozy evening by the fire.

If you’re into hiking or just want to stretch your legs, there are plenty of trails nearby, including a frisbee golf course that adds a fun twist to your outdoor activities. Campers have enjoyed the breathtaking sunrise views from the sites, with one saying, “Unbelievable sunrise views from campsites 1-10.”

While it’s close to the conveniences of Colorado Springs, some campers appreciate the balance of being near nature while still having access to amenities. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, The Meadow Campground offers a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of opportunities for adventure.

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The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park is located in Colorado

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Directions

From I-25, take exit 135. West on Hwy 83/Academy Blvd. to Hwy 115. South on Hwy 115. Go to Nelson Blvd (Gate 1 of Fort Carson will be to the left) and turn right onto JL Ranch Heights and into the park.

Address

410 JL Ranch Heights
Colorado Springs, CO 80926

Coordinates

38.73971659 N
104.82478897 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Tent Cabin
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Sep. 15, 2025

Phenomenal stay.

Clean facilities, polite staff, great views, fun trails. Bear boxes and campfire included.

A great place to sleep and was very comfortable with my girl and our dog.

Site48
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by TEKn , September 15, 2025
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by TEKn , September 15, 2025
Reviewed Jun. 17, 2025

Site 60 The Meadows

Love Cheyenne Mountain State Park. Camp here at least a few times a year with our TT. Full hookups are wonderful. Sites are clean and bathrooms are fine. Paid showers at campgrounds. A little playground. Beautiful and well groomed hiking trails. Can get a little hot in the summers.

Site60
Month of VisitJune
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  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Ryan J., June 17, 2025
Reviewed May. 22, 2025

Beautiful campground

Super clean. Nice spacious sites FHU sites at a reasonable rate.

SiteMeadows #61
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Lisa D., May 22, 2025
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Lisa D., May 22, 2025
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Lisa D., May 22, 2025
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Reviewed Oct. 7, 2023

Great park with view/amenities

They have anything you could want pretty much. It's expensive but if you want all the fixings in a popular area you gotta pay. We saw deer multiple nights, rabbits and a skunk 😅. We had 3 people, a dog, tiny camper and a tent and had a great time.

Site54
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Kari M., October 7, 2023
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Kari M., October 7, 2023
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Kari M., October 7, 2023
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Reviewed Jul. 11, 2022

Wonderful getaway close to the Springs

What a wonderful campground, so clean and close to town. The campground was surrounded by walking trails and even a frisbee golf course. Sites had full hookups and complete with a table, large fire ring, and tent site as well. Facilities for showering and bathrooms were close and extremely clean! Camp host also had bundles of wood available. Highly recommend, we will be back!

Site57
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Laura P., July 11, 2022
Reviewed Feb. 28, 2022

Amazing sunrise views

Unbelievable sunrise views from campsites 1-10. Mid March bathrooms were open & water running. Good passive design, so they were even a bit warmer than outside. Arrived after 10pm & all gates were unlocked, easy to get in.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Stephanie O., February 28, 2022
Reviewed Dec. 13, 2021

Great RV spots with a view

Spacious spots with full hookups. There’s a park entrance fee in addition to the spot rental. Park entrance fee is available to purchase via an automated kiosk.

Month of VisitDecember
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2021

Beautiful and clean

Excellent campsite for RV full hookup! I used this space for over a week for a shakedown run with my new travel trailer. This site is just 7 minutes from society which is a plus and a minus. Good for close camping but not so good for “getting away from it all”.

Site13, 54, 14, 8
Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Oct. 4, 2021

Good. Average state Park

I typically disperse, but needed a quick night. Stopped in. The visitor center employee was not friendly. I tried to home with her and was super nice. I got nothing. Saw some deer and elk. Quick access to CO. Springs and Manitou Springs. I'd stay again if I want full convenience. Showers and laundry. $50

Site149
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Jim J., October 4, 2021
Reviewed Sep. 6, 2021

Great view campground

The campground has a great view of the city and the mountains, the installations are the best showers bathrooms etc. We will definitely stay in this park again.

Site57
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Daniel L., September 6, 2021
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Daniel L., September 6, 2021
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Daniel L., September 6, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 3, 2021

New and modern facilities

By far one of the nicest state parks in Colorado. Every site is huge and several pull through are on sides of the hill with sweeping view of Colorado Springs. Nestled up to the Air Force NORAD complex the nature is unspoiled all the way up the mountain. Tons of trails the only sad part is our dogs only have limited trails they are allowed on. Bear, large cats and lots of deer visit regularly (well at least the deer are regular.

  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Kurt K., April 3, 2021
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2020

Excellent State Park

Colorado Springs offers much to do and this campground is a great spot to unhook. “The Meadows” is one of the loops...all level spots here, full hook-up. Not much privacy or shade, but would still highly recommend. The park location is close to Garden of the Gods, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Pike’s Peak and more. The park offers many wonderful hiking trails...and a frisbee golf course. Convenient drive to grocery stores and restaurants.

  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Lynn A., November 20, 2020
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Lynn A., November 20, 2020
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Lynn A., November 20, 2020
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Reviewed Jun. 21, 2020

Nice Campground

This is a nice campground with a good view of the mountain. There are some nice trails from the campground and it’s close to Colorado Springs.

Reviewed Jun. 13, 2020

Solid tent site

Very nice small stone tent pad that is about 10x10. Cement area next to the tent pad with a metal/plastic coating picnic table. Fire ring is very modern with a grill surface that covers the entire fire (not like the old school flip down that only goes over 1/3 of the fire ring). Bathrooms are clean. Shower is good only thing is it is a quarter operated system. They do have a quarter dispenser for bills. Tent spaces are pretty private. They do allow dogs but only in the camping area. Most trails they do not permit. Tents are a very short walk in (40 yards at most)

Reviewed May. 9, 2019

Single night camping fix

Cheyenne Mountan State Park is remarkably close to Colorado Springs, which makes it perfect for a quick getaway…. if you can score reservations. This park fills up fast!

We felt lucky to score a reservation for a pull-through Site (#56) at The Meadows Campground. This level, open, unshaded site offered nice views of Cheyenne Mountain and the lights of Colorado Springs. However it did leave us a bit exposed the wind. Next time we'll try to score one of the more sheltered sites on the opposite side of the loop. The firepits had high sides so our campfire was more immune to the gusty weather than we were.

The rangers in this park are very friendly. In fact, as we were cooking dinner, one came around and offered us a mini-class on the hummingbirds that live in the park. Wished we would have had time to stop by the visitor center to learn more about the local flora and fauna.

As runners, we loved the easy access to trails and you can earn a patch for exploring all 21 miles of trails throughout the park. Mountain bikers seemed to be having a ton of fun out there too.

Always a plus… The bathrooms have flush toilets and were super clean and well stocked.

Site#56
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Kristin A., May 9, 2019
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Kristin A., May 9, 2019
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Reviewed Oct. 1, 2018

Mile High Camping!

Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Colorado Springs, CO.

http://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/Parks/cheyennemountain

Made our way to Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Colorado Springs. The tent only sites are walk-in and $18…and by walk-in…between 10-100ft from the parking area depending on the site. By midday most were taken and we landed in the available #45 (which was handicap accessible). Pluses and minuses: close to the restroom. Convenience comes at a cost, a motion sensor light constantly tripping on and a tad noisy. Tent pads only…comprised of a small pea gravel base, but elevated two railroad ties high…you will not get standing water, that's for certain. #45 is a handicap site so it is all paved…walkway, picnic table, animal-proof food container and fire pit area…no dust or dirt. Could be a positive or negative depending on your expectations. In April the trees were just budding so there wasn't a ton of concealment or cover from your neighbors provided by the leafless shrubbery and mountain scrub. A water pump is ten feet away. Another site was handicap accessible like this one but the others were situated further back in the scrub in dirt trails offering greater privacy. Hammock hanging was limited on site #45 but could be creatively managed. Restrooms were very clean and well-stocked. The visitor center is beautiful, large, interesting and offers local trinkets to purchase. Camp registration office is located by the campground and also houses restrooms and the coin operated showers and laundry. Water appeared to be at a premium as the water fountains were not operating. Depending on the wind direction, and with no leaves on the trees yet…highway noise could be heard in the distance from interstate 25…but not loud enough to be an irritation… Not to mention the sound breaking the early morning air…revelee from the nearby Air Force base. Signage leaves little doubt where you are or where to go throughout the park. The trails are superb and offer a variety of high plains and mountain views. Trail markings are remarkable, offering both self-guided tutorial placards and strategically located gps coordinates, in case of injury. Runners and mountain bikers frequent the trails. Wildlife aplenty. Mule deer sauntered by throughout the park and tom turkeys strutted their stuff for all to see. Colorful songbirds dotted the trail (my favorite…bright blue mountain bluebird). Keep the elevation in mind when choosing activities. Being a "flatlander," it takes about 7-10 days for your body to adjust to high elevations, so allocate more time on the trails for recovery breaks and hydration. Definite plus or minus…dogs are allowed in the park, but not on the trails and must be leashed at all times. Even on a Monday night in mid April, the park was filled so reservations would be advised. You can choose electric/water sites but there is no privacy from your RV neighbor.

Creative mountainscape photos are necessary to avoid the mountaintop antenna towers from NORAD.

It was a pleasant camping experience and would visit again.

There is so much to do nearby that you need to stay in the area at least a week.

Here are a few of my favorite nearby hikes: -Mt Cutler trail, Mt Muscoco trail, Helen Hunt Falls, Seven Bridges Trail, Red Rock Canyon, The Manitou Incline (parking fee), The Barr Trail (to Pikes Peak summit), Garden of the gods, Palmer Park, and Stanley Canyon Reservoir (on the Air Force Academy grounds)…all are must do's! Only Red Rock Canyon and Garden of the gods are flatter and easy strolling. Countless other trails exist and would take a lifetime to explore…worthy reason to return again and again!

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of The Meadows Campground — Cheyenne Mountain State Park by Dave V., October 1, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there cabins available at Cheyenne Mountain State Park?

Cheyenne Mountain State Park does not offer cabins for overnight accommodation. The park primarily provides RV sites with full hookups and tent camping areas. Camping options include the main campground loops with full hookup sites for RVs and designated tent pads at some sites. If you're seeking cabin accommodations, you'll need to look at other nearby parks or private campgrounds in the Colorado Springs area.

How do I make camping reservations at Cheyenne Mountain State Park?

Reservations for Cheyenne Mountain State Park can be made through Colorado Parks and Wildlife's reservation system. The park fills up quickly, especially during peak seasons, so booking well in advance is recommended. Reservations can be made online at the official Colorado Parks and Wildlife website (cpw.state.co.us). There's a park entrance fee in addition to the camping fee, which can be purchased via an automated kiosk at the entrance. For tent-only sites, some are walk-in and cost approximately $18 per night, while full hookup sites have different pricing.

Is The Meadows campground close to Colorado Springs?

Yes, The Meadows Campground at Cheyenne Mountain State Park is remarkably close to Colorado Springs, making it perfect for a quick getaway. The location provides easy access to city amenities while still enjoying nature. It's approximately 7 minutes from urban areas, offering convenient access to attractions like Garden of the Gods, Manitou Cliff Dwellings, and Pike's Peak. This proximity to Colorado Springs is ideal for campers who want to explore the city's offerings while having a comfortable camping base.

What does the campground map for Cheyenne Mountain State Park show?

The campground map for Cheyenne Mountain State Park shows several camping loops, including The Meadows loop which features level, pull-through sites with full hookups. The map indicates numerous hiking trails that connect directly to the campground, a frisbee golf course, and the layout of facilities such as shower buildings and restrooms. Campsite numbers are clearly marked, with sites 1-10 noted for their sunrise views. The map also shows the visitor center location, tent-only areas with designated tent pads, fire rings, and picnic tables at each site. This visual guide helps campers understand the park's layout and amenities before arrival.