South Meadows - Pike San Isabel Nf (Co)
PSICC — lakeside
Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, CO
Price: From $28 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (139 reviews)
Season: May through October
South Meadows Campground, located 5 miles north of Woodland Park, provides a scenic spot for campers to rest and enjoy the many recreational offerings of the area. The campground attracts hikers and bikers with access to the multipurpose paved Centennial Bike Trail, as well as visitors looking for a central location for day trips to Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods. Garden of the Gods is a National Natural Landmark in Colorado Springs, featuring incredible rock formations, impressive vistas
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/south-meadows-pike-san-isabel-nf-co to be notified when sites open up.
South Meadows offers scenic camping 5 miles north of Woodland Park with access to the Centennial Bike Trail and proximity to Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods. Campers consistently praise it as clean, spacious, and family-friendly with good options for both RVs and tents.
Wildlife alert: Mule deer, Gunnison's prairie dogs, flammulated owls, common black hawks, and three species of garter snakes verified in the area
Insider tips for South Meadows - Pike San Isabel Nf (Co): Camp at sites furthest from the entrance for the quietest experience despite some highway noise Book early as this is a popular federal campground with seasonal operations (May-October) Bring self-contained RV setup—no hookups available at most sites
Skip South Meadows - Pike San Isabel Nf (Co) if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer). You plan to camp November through April (seasonal closure). Highway noise is a deal-breaker for you.
Best time to visit South Meadows - Pike San Isabel Nf (Co): September-October — Post-Labor Day offers first-come-first-served availability with fewer crowds and quieter conditions. June — Summer month with verified camper experience reporting excellent conditions and clean, grassy sites.
Nearby campgrounds: Pike Community (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO), Colorado Campground (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO), Painted Rocks (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO), Red Rocks Group Campground (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at South Meadows - Pike San Isabel Nf (Co)
Cell signal at South Meadows - Pike San Isabel Nf (Co) (COLORADO SPRINGS, CO): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
South Meadows Campground, located 5 miles north of Woodland Park, provides a scenic spot for campers to rest and enjoy the many recreational offerings of the area. The campground attracts hikers and bikers with access to the multipurpose paved Centennial Bike Trail, as well as visitors looking for a central location for day trips to Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods. Garden of the Gods is a National Natural Landmark in Colorado Springs, featuring incredible rock formations, impressive vistas and a free visitor and nature center.The 4.2-mile Centennial Trail, a paved, accessible recreation trail, connects South Meadows Campground to Manitou Lake Picnic Area and Colorado Campground.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryCamp at sites furthest from the entrance for the quietest experience despite some highway noise
Book early as this is a popular federal campground with seasonal operations (May-October)
Bring self-contained RV setup
no hookups available at most sites
Post-Labor Day offers first-come-first-served availability with fewer crowds and quieter conditions
Summer month with verified camper experience reporting excellent conditions and clean, grassy sites
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From the I-25 and Hwy 24 intersection in Colorado Springs, Colorado, travel west on Highway 24 for approximately 18 miles to the Hwy 24 and Hwy 67 intersection in Woodland Park. Turn right (north) on Hwy 67 and travel approximately 5.5 miles to South Meadows Campground. The campground is on the left side of the road.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — PSICC fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at PSICC before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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