South Meadows Campground, CO - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

South Meadows Campground is located in the Pikes Peak Ranger District, Pike and San Isabel National Forests (46 min northwest of Colorado Springs, CO) with an elevation of 7,900 feet. There are a total of 63 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. 61 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 10 and 84 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $25.00 per night.

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4.5 out of 5

5 star		65%
4 star		21%
3 star		7%
2 star		5%
1 star		1%

@ToddD7843035 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #23

Very peaceful, clean site. Helpful hosts. Good stop between Colorado Sorings and Rocky Mountain NP. Nice easy hike along the river behind the campsite

@EdwardH95103AF · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #33

a nice experience, busy on the weekend and we were almost alone on Sunday night!

@BrianA4348148 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #37

It was a colder weekend, still a very nice campground, campground hosts were great.

@DavidB5075483 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #4

I personally called the Pike National Forest ranger station the day before out trip to inquire about the water spigots since this was only the 2nd day that the campground was open for the season. I was assured that all of the water was on. WRONG! There was absolutely no water anywhere in the campground, nor was there water at the Colorado campground down the road that we could have gone to get some. We showed up with no water assuming that it would not be a problem since I was assured that all of the water was on and working. We had to drive into Woodland Park to buy jugs of water for our 3 night trip. I believe this was unacceptable - the ranger station should be aware of what's going on at all of their campgrounds.

@AaronQD691B4B3 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #24

We always enjoy South Meadows. Disappointed to find no water available and no heads up from anyone ahead of time.

@mattH6F145B375 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #33

Relaxing and quite

@JohnB8383631 · Camped on Sep 19, 2024 at Campsite #48

Nice campground, but some road noise at night. =jsb:

@MarkB1441206 · Camped on Sep 5, 2024 at Campsite #21

This is an exceptional campground. The host maintain it very well and are attentive to conditions but not intrusive. Toilets were cleaned and stocked daily. The sites themselves were clean and clearly marked in terms of availability. It is an easy drive into Woodland Park for any supply needs. Manitou Lake picnic are is within easy biking distance with a paved path connecting to it. Beautiful meadows adjacent for walks.

@KristinG693034 · Camped on Aug 17, 2024 at Campsite #9

Huge sites, very clean and restful. Host was so friendly and helpful

@RandyL2841359 · Camped on Aug 6, 2024 at Campsite #23

Great location and very relaxing, camp spots are spread out and not right next to each other which gives some privacy. The hosts are friendly and do an excellent job keeping the facilities clean. We love it so much we have been there every year since 2018.

@WilliamH158481 · Camped on Aug 4, 2024 at Campsite #32

It is a nice campground with a lot of space in the campsites. Weird that I was charged a "Early arrival fee" of $10.00 though. There wasn't anyone at our campsite when we arrived and it was clean. However I was charged a fee by the camp host. This has never happened anywhere else I have stayed in Colorado. Overall a good campground though.

@MystiP21C97DF2 · Camped on Aug 4, 2024 at Campsite #51

The hosts are the most wonderful caretakers of the land. This is our 5th consecutive year at the site and love how peaceful the grounds are. Weve never found a site that comes close.

@KimS7922535 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024 at Campsite #31

Spacious campsites for the most part. Reserve an outside site so as to not face other sites. Front of campground sites are next to the road. Good easy biking and walking path adjacent to campground.

@JosephH9424970 · Camped on Jun 30, 2024 at Campsite #32

We love visiting this location with our family. The host is very knowledgeable and professional. The sites are very quiet and clean. Its a convenient location to experience getting away, at the same time it is a short drive for supplies or a quick drive for coffee or a meal out.

@RichardP563677 · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #58

This is our favorite FSCG in the area. We have been very fortunate to have wonderful Camp Hosts, which really make a big difference in cleanliness of Vault Toilets, etc. Would really like to see more reservable campsites...especially #15 which is the nicest site on the property.Dick Piland

@CarrieK5704450 · Camped on Jun 14, 2024 at Campsite #28

We always enjoy our stay here and the camp hosts are very kind.

@StephanieW6424 · Camped on Jun 7, 2024 at Campsite #33

We had a wonderful time at this camp site. The host was incredibly helpful and the sites were beautifully maintained. The bathrooms were clean (no plumbing but clean!). This was our first trip as a family of 4. Our toddler and baby came with us. We werent concerned that our toddler would find anything that wasnt natural. We will absolutely be back!!

@BonnieA3491470 · Camped on Jun 7, 2024 at Campsite #35

Nice campground close to a lot of fun activities: small lake for fishing (although it closes at 7pm), Cave of the Winds, dinosaur museum, wolf sanctuary, Garden of the Gods and hikes and more!

@RichardP563677 · Camped on Jun 3, 2024 at Campsite #54

This No Electricity Forest Service Campground is reliably clean and well managed. There is no WiFi, but we were aware of that before making reservations. It is close to good trout fishing and that was the major reason for choosing it.

@PamelaM1753071 · Camped on Jun 3, 2024 at Campsite #55

We've been staying in this campground 30+ years and although many things have changed (not for the best) since Rocky Mountain Recreation took it over, we still enjoy this place. The camp host is a good guy and easy to get along with so they'll probably replace him soon as they have with many others that were good as well. As for the modern day RVer's with their unruly ill mannered children and barking dogs this is not the place for you. There is no electrical or water hookups at any of the sites as well as no way to dump your sewer tanks. The phone and tv reception is terrible as well. There's no recreation or clubhouse areas for your kids with no pool nearby. If this is what you're looking for, this campground isn't for you. If you're looking for a camping area where the only entertainment for adults or kids is what you bring and a desire to set outdoors with a fire and family then this is your kind of place.

@GregVF6AEB2902 · Camped on May 31, 2024 at Campsite #21

Clean and quiet

@MeghanRA019DB2 · Camped on May 31, 2024 at Campsite #12

The campsite was nice. Plenty of shade and space. The campground and facilities were clean and well maintained.

@WilliamA169700 · Camped on Sep 13, 2023 at Campsite #18

Smooth reservation system. Nice area. Clean restrooms. Enjoyed stay.

@JillianR802448 · Camped on Sep 1, 2023 at Campsite #64

The space was perfect. There is a lot of space in between campsites. The bathrooms were very clean. Host was helpful.

@KellyA4371808 · Camped on Sep 1, 2023 at Campsite #23

Our campsite was large and away from other campers which is exactly the way that I like it. We were able to enjoy the night sky away from intruding lights and sounds as well.

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