Royal Gorge Park East Ridge Campground

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!