Equestrian campers gain access to designated horse trails and corrals at this Forest Service campground in Pike National Forest. Indian Creek Equestrian Campground operates seasonally from late May through early September, accommodating RVs up to 40 feet with full hookups including water and sewer connections.
The campground divides into distinct areas, with equestrian facilities separate from standard tent camping loops. Sites 1-4 provide natural shade from forest cover, while sites 5-8 sit in more open terrain. D. notes that "Site 3 has the very best flat pad with the table, ring and still room for a 10x10 tent or shade tent area." Water spigots are positioned near the vault toilets, and camp hosts assist with site management and information.
Trail access leads directly from the campground parking area, connecting to maintained hiking and mountain biking routes. One trail features hidden carved figures for visitors to discover during walks. However, Trail #800 currently shows significant erosion damage with deep channels and overgrown vegetation that complicate navigation. The Colorado Trail system runs through the broader area for places to camp near Pike National Forest.
Access requires driving mostly paved roads, though the final approach can become rough during wet conditions. The no-pets policy strictly applies to all campers. Reservations are available through the Forest Service system for this $30-per-night facility.
Description
Overview
Please Note: Must be in possession of a horse in order to camp in the equestrian campground. The Indian Creek Equestrian Campground is an ideal camping site for avid horseback riders looking to explore the Indian Creek Equestrian Trail. The area provides a pleasant atmosphere plus nearby access to the Rampart Range, a well known off-highway vehicle riding area. The area boasts wildlife like mule deer, turkey, elk and black bears. The Roxborough State Park is located to the northeast of the campground as has a reputation for its dramatic red-rock formations.
Recreation
The Indian Creek Trail, which is also called the Bear Creek Trail, is a loop trail that extends for 14 miles. In addition to horseback riders, mountain bikers and hikers also enjoy taking on the scenic journey.
Facilities
Please Note: Must be in possession of a horse in order to camp in the equestrian campground, which has 7 campsites.Four hitching rails and some small corrals are provided for common use. Drinking water is on hand from hydrants. There is no watering trough available. The campground is adjacent to the Indian Creek Campground, which is available for family camping.
Natural Features
Campsites sit among a mix of trees that provide both shade and sun throughout the day. These include Ponderosa pine, Gamble oak, Douglas fir, aspen and spruce. Pike-San Isabel National Forests include over a million acres of wilderness and over half of Colorado's mountain peaks that reach above 14,000 feet in altitude.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsIndian Creek Equestrian Campground is located in Colorado near Louviers
Directions
From Sedalia, drive about 10 miles west on Highway 67 and the entrance is about a half mile from the intersection of Highway 67 and Rampart Range Rd.
Address
PIKE NATIONAL FOREST
S.platte ranger dist, CO
Coordinates
39.3916667 N
105.1088889 W
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 47 min from Denver, CO
- 1 hr from Colorado Springs, CO
- 1 hr 9 min from Boulder, CO
- 1 hr 37 min from Greeley, CO
