Best Camping near Fountain, CO

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Fountain, CO is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Fountain. Find the best campgrounds near Fountain, CO. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Camping Sites Near Fountain, CO (168)

    Camper-submitted photo from Colorado Springs KOA
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    1. Colorado Springs KOA

    36 Reviews
    87 Photos
    157 Saves
    Fountain, Colorado

    Imagine waking up to the beautiful view of Pikes Peak (14,115 feet above sea level), the most visited mountain in North America. Visit Garden of the Gods, Cave of the Winds (try the Bat-a-Pult ride!), and other area attractions. Stay in a fully equipped Cabin, pitch a tent or pull into an RV Site (including extra-large sites). If you are planning a rally or family reunion, this KOA has a hall for those scrumptious potlucks or have them catered by the staff. During the summer, enjoy our splash park, take a dip in the heated pool, or relax in the hot tub. Pets will have a great time being with their families, meeting new dogs, running in the dog park, or trying out the agility park. With so many things to do at KOA and in the area, you will want to stay as long as you can! The campground staff looks forward to seeing you. Pool: Open Year Round. Max pull thru 80 feet.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Cheyenne Mountain State Park Campground
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    2. Cheyenne Mountain State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    127 Photos
    399 Saves
    Fountain, Colorado

    Campground facilities accommodate motor homes, trailers and tent campers. Two of the 10 campgrounds located on the Pikes Peak Ranger District are group sites and can accommodate large numbers of people. Dispersed camping is allowed, unless an area is posted as “No Camping”.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Garden of the Gods RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Garden of the Gods RV Resort
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    Camper-submitted photo from Garden of the Gods RV Resort

    3. Garden of the Gods RV Resort

    43 Reviews
    65 Photos
    355 Saves
    Manitou Springs, Colorado

    Enjoy spectacular views at Garden of The Gods camping at Pikes Peak, “America’s Mountain.” Our location among Colorado’s historical mountain towns will make your camping experience in Colorado Springs truly memorable. Adding to this, we’ve upgraded to give you the modern comforts. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, families, rallies, and even individuals who want to “disconnect” and explore the picturesque surroundings of the Garden of the Gods.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Golden Eagle Campground

    27 Reviews
    71 Photos
    247 Saves
    Fountain, Colorado

    Located on the South side of Colorado Springs, the Golden Eagle Campground offers incredible views, 12+ miles of hiking trails, lakes for fishing, beautiful wildflowers and mountain vistas with a wide variety of wildlife. There are over 250 campsites including: 125 pull through 30/50 amp electrical full hookups, 75 electric water sites; 50 tent sites.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $37 - $53 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Mueller State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mueller State Park Campground
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    5. Mueller State Park Campground

    54 Reviews
    155 Photos
    615 Saves
    Divide, Colorado

    Mueller's campground has 136 campsites each with a picnic table and fire ring. There are 99 electric sites, many with tent pads and 22 basic walk-in sites in Prospector Ridge (sites 55-66) and Turkey Meadow (sites 100-109) Campgrounds. Sites 12 and 22 are handicapped designated​ sites​. You must have a handicapped placard or license plate.

    Campground Amenities The Comfort Station is open year-round. The Camper Services Building is open only in summer (Mid May - Mid October) Both buildings contain flush toilets. On-site accommodations​​ include firewood for sale, a camper services building with coin-operated showers/laundry and modern restrooms, vault toilets, dump station and a playground.

    Mueller offers three group campground opportunities nestled in the aspen and conifer forest, conveniently located near the Camper Services Building.

    Winter Camping: Mid October - Mid May Mueller has 29 electrical sites available within the Peak View Campground and the Revenuers Ridge Campground (Sites 1 –9, 11-13, 15-22 and 81 – 89) during the winter. The Comfort Station, containing flush toilets, will remain open. Vault toilets will be open at Outlook Ridge, Peak View Campground and across from site #87. Water is available at the outside spigot at the Comfort Station; all other hydrants are closed, so we suggest bringing your own water. The dump station is dry dump only, which means you will not have water to rinse out your equipment.

    $18.00 per night Mueller State Park has 4 backcountry campsites located in 2 separate groups. Both backcountry campsite groups require an approximate 1.5 mile hike from the Black Bear Trailhead to the sites. Sites are available to reserve from May 1 through October 31st.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $18 - $396 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Duck Campground and Cabins
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    7. Lone Duck Campground and Cabins

    32 Reviews
    211 Photos
    75 Saves
    Green Mountain Falls, Colorado

    We have everything you need to have a great time in the Colorado Rockies. Tent sites, RV sites, and Camper Cabins! Relax in your shady site or take a dip in our heated outdoor pool. We also have a fishing pond, stocked with rainbow trout, a retro arcade, 24/7 lounge serving locally roasted coffee each morning, playground, and laundromat.

    We’re outside the city lights at the base of Pikes Peak- 7600 feet elevation – yet our proximity to all the area’s many attractions makes us an ideal location for families looking for a summer adventure or folks just passing through for a couple of days. We strive to make every stay special. You will love it here at “the Duck”!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group

    $40 - $87 / night

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    9. Pikes Peak RV Park

    19 Reviews
    44 Photos
    234 Saves
    Manitou Springs, Colorado

    Back-in Sites, 1 Pull-Through Site Overnight and Monthly Sites Laundry Facilities Wi-Fi Access Restrooms & Showers Two Dog Runs Corn Hole E-Bike Rentals (additional charge) Relaxing stay, time to meet new friends, and a place to make memories. We have a partnership with the Manitou Pool and Fitness Center for our guests to use the facilities.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Herman Road Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Herman Road Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Herman Road Dispersed Camping
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    10. Mount Herman Road Dispersed Camping

    32 Reviews
    101 Photos
    1174 Saves
    Monument, Colorado

    Part of Pike and San Isabel National Forests Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands. Mount Herman Trail begins at a small parking area on a switchback on Mount Herman Road. This trail provides a 2-mile one-way hike to the summit of Mt. Herman.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Dispersed
    • Firewood Available
    • Alcohol
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Recent Reviews in Fountain

1089 Reviews of 168 Fountain Campgrounds


  • aThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping - Pike National Forest Divide
    Nov. 10, 2024

    Dispersed Camping - Pike National Forest Divide

    Fun in the snow

    There were a lot of options for us to pull off and camp. We had gone the day after a snow storm and the road was decent. I guess snow plows go through often since there’s nearby residential. Each campsite was decently spaced and far enough from the road so that you can U turn it and it doesn’t feel like you’re just pulling off to the side (accommodated out RTT nicely) There were great views and the pups enjoyed it.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Swift Puma Heights Campground — Cheyenne Mountain
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Swift Puma Heights Campground — Cheyenne Mountain

    Well maintained campground

    This is a lovely campground, overlooking Colorado Springs. There are some pull through sites and many back in. The wind can be a little fierce. The showers and other facilities are clean and well-maintained, and my only complaint is the showers are more lukewarm than hot.

  • Anna-Maria L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Falcon Meadow RV Campground
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Falcon Meadow RV Campground

    Amazing staff and very accommodating, even for last minute requests

    Very accommodating staff. Most camping grounds in the area weren’t answering their phones after 16:00, others had automated systems and others had phone numbers that weren’t valid anymore. This camping ground not only was it open until 7pm on. Saturday but they had super friendly staff that did a great job and accommodated us last minute. We called at 18:50 and arrived at 21:00 and everything was ready for us! Would definitely recommend to anyone passing by!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Colorado Springs KOA
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Colorado Springs KOA

    Great Overnight Stay

    Nice CG with a lot of amenities for kids. Large sites, good FHUs. We booked a pull through - level gravel (shame they don't rake the sites between stays). A lot of constant road noise from I-25. Great riparian area with trails outside of the CG. We would stay here again.

  • aThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cripple Creek BLM Area
    Oct. 6, 2024

    Cripple Creek BLM Area

    Great secluded spot!

    We went on a Saturday and it wasn’t crowded at all. The dispersed sites aren’t far from the road since most of the road goes down a valley with hills on both sides however there’s a nice creek running down the whole way. Definitely check it out if you don’t mind a colder night in a valley. Not much room to explore outside your vehicle unless you’re okay walking down the dirt road to see other sites and views.

  • Alice S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Phantom Canyon Road BLM Sites
    Oct. 6, 2024

    Phantom Canyon Road BLM Sites

    Great Scenic Drive

    The road is a well maintained gravel road. There are quite a few available spots for folks with 4x4 drive or tent camping. I would NOT suggest this for larger rvs. I travel in a camper van and the spots I could use were more limited but still a few available.

    Honestly, just the drive is worth it. The scenery is amazing. You’re winding down the road next to a creek (was dry when I was there) in between mountains. It’s absolutely amazing.

    Zero signal. Like absolutely none.

    There is a rest stop a few miles in with basic toilets. Nothing special but really nice option to have.

  • Bryce B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rampart Range Road - Dispersed Camping
    Sep. 26, 2024

    Rampart Range Road - Dispersed Camping

    Great site

    Pretty great dispersed site. Beautiful sun sets. I had great phone service. There are three campsites running along three different fingers. The second one has a portable bathroom. I talked to some locals who said grabbing deadfall was fine for fire wood. Quick 20 minute drive to get back into town for supplies. No water sources so you’ll have to pack out water. All the fire pits are hand build and being on the finger you’re pretty exposed to the wind keeping the fires small and not very hot. Most of the sites are not flat. If you enjoy camping with little amenities you’ll like this site 

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 23, 2024

    Dispersed Camping - Pike National Forest Divide

    Beautiful Spots

    Wanted to stay for two nights but only did two days, because a mountain lion tore a deer to shreds about a day or two prior to my arrival by my campsite and i was spooked. Had two dogs but had an eerie feeling and left early but it was gorgeous. Loads of OHVs tho

  • Lily R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping - Pike National Forest Divide
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Dispersed Camping - Pike National Forest Divide

    Great spots along ATV trail

    Tons of level, large spots. Road is meant for ATV use, and was a fair amount of traffic throughout the day but tolerable. Hardly any at night. Restrooms at base of road. Found our spot 2.5 miles up the road, definitely needed AWD.

  • Lily R.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 20, 2024

    Gold Camp Road/Forest Service Road 376 Dispersed

    Secluded sites along creek

    Drove ~3 miles along the service road to find our spot, it was the second pull off “open-area” with several fire pits to choose from. Road was a little bumpy but would be fine with a 2WD. Gorgeous, secluded spot next to the creek. No Verizon service.

  • Lily R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Phantom Canyon Road BLM Sites
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Phantom Canyon Road BLM Sites

    Great secluded sites

    Pretty smooth mountain road, lots of site options. We found one that was down back from the main road and near the creek. Needed 4WD to get down there, but other sites 2WD would be fine. Appears to be a local cow wandering around, she approached our campsite but went the other way.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Larkspur
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Larkspur

    Nice but pricey

    Overall Nice site. Stayed one night. Too pricey for a stopover. Propane fire pit looks nice but could not use. Must have a 20 pound tank. Store was closed as we arrived at 5 pm.
    Train and traffic noise as expected for location. Lot of stuff for kids. Nice facilities. Clean park.

  • c
    Camper-submitted photo from Mueller State Park Campground
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Mueller State Park Campground

    Still camping !

    From Texas, got married in Colorado two years ago and came back again this year to celebrate. Absolutely love camping and hiking, staff was friendly and everything has been clean so far. Super worried at first about hiking up to campsite but they have carts donated to help carry gear. This is one of the farther tent campsites on this side of the park and we had no issues getting there. Other than a bloody nose from elevation change. Beautiful view lots of wildlife:)

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crags Campground
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Crags Campground

    Easy Access to Devils Playground

    I camped here one night before I hiked up to the Devils Playground. Bring cash for the site, it is first come first serve. Great sites with fire pits and picnic tables. Very kind host.

  • Jordan K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Golden Eagle Campground
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Golden Eagle Campground

    Don’t Pass Them Up!

    This was my boys and my time first “real camping” with a tent and this was the perfect campground to get started with! Staff were super friendly. Site sells firewood and kindling, every site had its own fire pit, and amazing views were present at every area on camp. Showers and toilets were a little old but were clean and well maintained! Don’t pass this one up!

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Camp Road/Forest Service Road 376 Dispersed
    Sep. 8, 2024

    Gold Camp Road/Forest Service Road 376 Dispersed

    great spot by creek

    loved this spot even stayed a couple extra days right by nice size creek the cooler weather was nice and meant not alot of bugs. more traffic on road than expected but not bothersome. people close by but not close enough to hear or bother you in anyway. site was clean. there were more shaded ones but we chose next to water. were a couple empty close by on a holiday weekend.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Aspen Acres Campground
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Aspen Acres Campground

    Perfect Spot

    Stayed One night for Tent Camping, came with everything needed. Clean bathroom and showers. Great scenery and amazing night sky view.

  • Shana D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Mountaindale Cabin & RV Resort

    Last Minute

    We had to change plans last minute and arrive here on short notice. They had sites to accommodate us and they were very welcoming. This was hands down the nicest privately owned rv park/campground we have ever stayed at! The bathroom suites have recently been remodeled and they are so nice! Best shower of our 10 day road trip. Nice laundry facilities, community rec room, hot tub, and even a hiking trail to the top of the mountain. Highly recommend.

  • bThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Red Canyon Park
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Red Canyon Park

    Great stay very close to Canon City

    This was my first time solo tent camping. It went well. The space had a fire ring and picnic table. I might have been the only person at the park and it was quite peaceful!



Guide to Fountain

Camping near Fountain, Colorado, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Many campers rave about the stunning views. A review for Arkansas Point Campground — Lake Pueblo State Park highlighted, "The views were AMAZING at sunset!"
  • Clean Facilities: Campgrounds like Golden Eagle Campground are appreciated for their cleanliness. One visitor said, "Showers and toilets were a little old but were clean and well maintained!"
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpful staff. A review for Lone Duck Campground and Cabins stated, "The staff is super nice and you’re in nature a bit but close to everything."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Mount Herman Road Dispersed Camping, lack basic facilities. A camper pointed out, "No drinking water, no electric hookups."
  • Noise Levels: Campers at Arkansas Point Campground reported loud parties on weekends. One review warned, "Loud drunken weekend parties."
  • Road Conditions: If you're heading to Phantom Canyon Road BLM Sites, be prepared for rough roads. A visitor mentioned, "Road was very rutted and bumpy, definitely best to have 4x4."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. Colorado Springs KOA offers fun activities like mining for gems and tie-dye shirts. A parent shared, "They do fun activities on the weekends."
  • Safety First: Choose campgrounds with good visibility and space. A review for Cheyenne Mountain State Park Campground mentioned, "Spaces were very nice and level."
  • Plan for Quiet Time: Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours. A camper at Garden of the Gods RV Resort appreciated, "Quiet time starts at 11pm so it’s nice and quiet for the evenings."

Tips from RVers:

  • Big Rig Friendly: Campgrounds like Stoll Mountain Campground are suitable for larger RVs. A review noted, "Big rig friendly, drinking water, electric hookups."
  • Check Hookups: Ensure your campground has the necessary hookups. A visitor at Garden of the Gods RV Resort mentioned, "Water pressure was low so we filled our tank and used our water pump."
  • Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with dump stations for convenience. Campers at Colorado Springs KOA appreciated the facilities, stating, "The dump site was top notch."

Camping near Fountain, CO, has something for everyone, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Just remember to check the amenities and plan accordingly!

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