US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Jefferson County, Colorado.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Pike and San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 1 |
| Site types | 1 tent only no electric |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with South Platte Camp Ground before you go.
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. Facilities This campground has 10 campsites for TENT CAMPING ONLY at an elevation of 6,400 feet.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
South Platte Camp Ground is in Jefferson County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.