Welcome to Royal Gorge Park East Ridge Campground, your ideal spot for a peaceful and adventurous getaway in Cañon City, Colorado. Nestled in the heart of nature, this campground offers a unique blend of affordability, spaciousness, and breathtaking views, making it a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts.
Our campground features basic camp facilities, including restrooms, but we encourage visitors to bring plenty of water and storage containers. While some sites may lack shade, others offer actual shelters, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone. The campground is perfect for those who enjoy low-amenity camping with a focus on connecting with nature.
Located just a short distance from the iconic Royal Gorge, our campground provides easy access to a variety of activities. Explore the numerous hiking and biking trails, or take in the stunning views from every direction. The campground host is always available to offer helpful tips, such as where to find water and the best trails to explore.
Here are some highlights of what you can expect at Royal Gorge Park East Ridge Campground:
Don’t just take our word for it—here’s what some of our happy campers have to say:
Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a longer adventure, Royal Gorge Park East Ridge Campground is the perfect destination for your next outdoor experience. Pack your gear, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready to create unforgettable memories in the heart of Colorado’s natural beauty.
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Restroom
Tent sites
Camping fee
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
I’m definitely coming back here to camp. As affordable as the sites are it’s such a great spot to camp and be near almost everything you want to do in the area. No water and bathrooms are basic camp facilities, so pack tons of water and ability to store it. Some sites do not have the best shade and others have an actual shelter.
This was such an unexpectedly wonderful find! We went over Memorial Day weekend and it was nearly empty and fantastic weather. It is a low amenity place (no water or electricity) but the spots are massive and just so well kept. The whole area is filled with fantastic bike and hike trails and incredibly easy access to Royal Gorge. The campground host was lovely and checked on us each day, telling us where to get water and neat hikes to add in. You can hang hammocks and you need to bring wood because you cannot cut it there but be prepared for amazing views in every direction.
We have been driving or pulling some sort of camping set up for over 25 years. We've stayed in private, state and federal campgrounds all over the country and in most states. We stayed here two weeks before Christmas to visit the lighted bridge. We may have been the only overnighters there. We did see some folks in the day, but did not see or hear anyone at night. It was a bit windy but quiet, the night view was amazing, the pit toilets were clean, the night was very cold, and the morning view was just as amazing. We will be back in warmer temps to do some hiking.
Its NOT free. But it is so worth the $20 a night. From the super clean bathrooms, to the adjustable grills over the fire pits, to the spacious lots, this site has it all. And the views are some of the best you will ever see. Got here towards end of May and got hammered with a late season snow storm that dumped at least a foot of snow on us. But after about 36 hours it stopped and began to melt soon after. Small market is about 3 miles from site and Cañon City is about 20 minutes away and they have fast food, restaurants, laundromats, grocery stores, pretty much anything you'll need. Do yourself a favor and book a stay here. You'll be glad you did.
Loved my camping trip here! Stayed for 2 days & was blessed to wake-up to a family of over 8 deer! Grounds are well kept and clean with very nice firepits built in. Other campers around were very friendly. Lots of Awesome Birds and Trees! Not very expensive at all!