Camp ObserverOlive Ridge
Camp site features
Across 53 camp sites:
- Picnic table: all 53 sites
- Pets allowed: all 53 sites
- Longest RV: 50 ft
- Largest party: 12 people
- Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer
Directions
The campground is located on the west side of Colorado Highway 7, between Allenspark and Meeker Park at mile-marker 14. It is approximately six miles north of the intersection of Colorado Highways 7 and 72 (which is 21 miles west-north-west of Lyons), 15 miles south of Estes park, and 29 miles north of Nederland.
Stay Limit
Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.
Reviews
Tyler M
Loop:Pika
Site:
Reviewed 22 days ago
Olive Ridge was a really pleasant campsite- it was one of the few campsites near the Front Range that still had reservation availability on a weekend in late summer. Good access to RMNP and it was quiet and pleasant at Pika Loop Site 48 (further from the highway).
Gary H
Loop:Pika
Site:
Reviewed 2 months ago
The USFS Campground at Redstone CO has electricity and water at each site and flush toilet and shower amenities as do other Forest Service campgrounds throughout America. Given your close proximity to RMNP whose campgrounds fill quickly; you may want to consider doing the same. Of course there are pros and cons in doing so, but we would stay at more forest service campgrounds near National Parks if such amenities were provided. Other than that, we found the Olive Ridge location and campground to be convenient, well maintained, and scenic.
Jon R
Loop:Snee
Site:
Reviewed 2 months ago
We selected this particular campsite due to its close proximity to the Longs Peak trailhead. The campsite is a community style campground that offers nice amenities such as level, raised tent-staking beds, picnic table, large bear box, nearby trash cans (bear proof) and a couple privies. There are plenty of tall pines in the site that provide shade and filtered sunlight. Despite there not being much visible privacy, you do still have a definite sense that you have your own spot. We found the noise discipline to be above average for community camping. For one day of our 4 day stay, we were reminded of the value of peace and quiet with our neighbor’s whiny child and generator - electric breakfast.
For added privacy, etc. I would recommend a fringe site rather than interior site.
Overall, a wonderful place to pitch a tent and call home. I would definitely recommend.
Justin C
Loop:Pika
Site:
Reviewed 2 months ago
Pros: Camp site was very clean, camp host very friendly, not far from home.
Cons: very loud traffic on the main road all night long. Not many adventures within walking distance, this is more of a base camp to go drive to hikes etc. Limited privacy between camp sites.
Taylor P
Loop:Snee
Site:
Reviewed 2 months ago
A more isolated camping experience. Not necessarily insane views, but a short drive to Estes Park. Sites are somewhat private and very well marked and maintained. Overall very nice property. Would camp here again if hiking in the Rockies!
Danielle G
Loop:Snee
Site:
Reviewed 2 months ago
Kurt, the camp host, is great!
Season dates
Peak season
May 14, 2027 – Sep 11, 2027
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Peak season
May 12, 2028 – Sep 9, 2028
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