![]() ![]() If you are not, they lock up the gate and you are basically SOL. This is fine so long as you are out of the area by 5PM. Most people who hike this loop will likely park at the boat launch area across the dam of the reservoir. I mentioned this above, but since I know not everyone reads – I want to point it out again. This adds about 2 miles but does allow you to do this hike for free. Make it a Loop: This is a loop hike with options to extend your hiking further by starting at nearby Rainbow Gulch Trailhead. The second option is free but harder to find spots, especially on weekends when it can get extremely busy in this area. The one exception would be Promontory Picnic Area as this would add some additional distance to the hike.įee: $8 (cash or credit) as of May 2022 Summaryĭogs: This is a dog friendly hike, but dogs must be kept on a leash.Ĭamping: If you wanted to camp in the area, you could camp in the reservoir at one of their campgrounds ( Thunder Ridge or Meadow Ridge) or camp in a dispersed spot along Rampart Range road. You could also park in a number of other areas throughout the reservoir as the trail goes by basically all of them. This is not a super popular area so parking is usually not a problem. Parking: There is a small parking area that can fit about 10 cars. *NOTE below takes you to the boat launch area, its best NOT to park here as it closes at 5PM. Drive through the fee station and continue for another 2.5 miles to reach the best spot to park, before the dam crossing. ![]() Drive for 3.9 miles and take a left onto 306 Forest Road. Take another right to get back on Rampart Range Road which is rougher dirt but still 2WD. Bear right onto Loy Creek Road which turns into dirt and follow for 1.5 miles. Getting Here: From Woodland Park, head north on Rampart Range Road for about 2.3 miles. Season: Early May – Early October – depends on snow levels, check status here.Ĭheck the Weather Forecast Directions to Rampart Reservoir Rampart Reservoir Loop: ★★★★★ (5/5 Stars)ĭifficulty: Moderate What does this mean? Virtual Trail Guide: Rampart Reservoir Loop Rampart Reservoir loop can be hiked year round but the park itself does have seasonal hours – more on that below. There is a fee to make this loop 11 miles, but you could park outside of the official park to extend this hike to 13 miles. This hike is long, but relatively flat for the distance and is a great option for mountain biking and trail running as well. In my opinion, this spot is a hidden gem in central Colorado as it really makes you feel like you are outside of Colorado and somewhere else in the country. Rampart Reservoir loop is an 11 mile hike located just outside of Woodland Park, Colorado. ![]()
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