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Olive Ridge Campground

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Olive Ridge Campground is a campground in Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Colorado with 26 campsites. Olive Ridge Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Olive Ridge Campground is located at 40.2088° N, 105.5224° W.

people allowed on 24 of 26 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites: 12

Olive Ridge Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
Maximum reservations at once: 4 reservations
Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Olive Ridge Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Olive Ridge Campground

4044454748495051525354555626272829303132333435363739

Standard 23
Tent 2
RV 1

What an RV fits

15–19 ft1 site
20–24 ft10 sites
25–29 ft5 sites
30–34 ft2 sites
35–39 ft5 sites
40–44 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, climbing, photography, stargazing, horse riding.

All sites at Olive Ridge Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
040	PIKA	Standard	8	37 ft
044	PIKA	RV	8	24 ft
045	PIKA	Standard	8	28 ft
047	PIKA	Standard	8	23 ft
048	PIKA	Standard	8	24 ft
049	PIKA	Tent	8	-
050	PIKA	Standard	8	35 ft
051	PIKA	Standard	8	25 ft
052	PIKA	Tent	8	-
053	PIKA	Standard	8	35 ft
054	PIKA	Standard	8	35 ft
055	PIKA	Standard	8	18 ft
056	PIKA	Standard	8	26 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
026	SNEE	Standard	12	30 ft
027	SNEE	Standard	8	24 ft
028	SNEE	Standard	8	22 ft
029	SNEE	Standard	8	21 ft
030	SNEE	Standard	8	21 ft
031	SNEE	Standard	8	28 ft
032	SNEE	Standard	8	20 ft
033	SNEE	Standard	8	25 ft
034	SNEE	Standard	8	30 ft
035	SNEE	Standard	8	35 ft
036	SNEE	Standard	8	21 ft
037	SNEE	Standard	8	20 ft
039	SNEE	Standard	12	40 ft

About Olive Ridge Campground

Overview

The Olive Ridge Campground is located within the Roosevelt National Forest, situated near the southeastern corner of Rocky Mountain National Park at an elevation of 8,350 feet.

Recreation

Olive Ridge is close to the Wild Basin area of the Rocky Mountain National Park. Several trailheads are in the area, including Wild Basin, Finch Lake and Sandbeach Lake trails. Popular activities include fishing, hiking and mountain climbing.

Facilities

There are 56 sites in the campground. Twenty six are suitable for RV camping and 30 are more suitable for tents. Tents must be confined to the provided tent pads (14'x16'). There is a maximum of eight people per single site. Sites #26 and #39 are oversized and will accommodate 10 people at an additional fee. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring or grill. Vault toilets, andd trash services are provided. Firewood is for sale in the campground.

Natural Features

This peaceful campground is heavily wooded with a mixture of ponderosa pine and aspen trees. The interior roads are gravel/dirt.

Afternoon thunderstorms should be expected during the summer months.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

Nearby Attractions

Rocky Mountain National Park's main entrance is 14 miles north of the campground, in Estes Park. With lush valleys and craggy peaks reaching elevations higher than 14,000 feet, visitors are provided opportunities for countless breathtaking experiences and adventures. Scenic driving, hiking, backpacking, fishing, horseback riding and wildlife viewing are popular activities in the park.

Estes Park is a full-service community 15 miles from the campground. Dining, shopping, rafting, fly fishing, horseback riding and golfing opportunities await. Lake Estes offers boating, sailboarding and fishing.

Charges & Cancellations

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Rules and notices at Olive Ridge Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Olive Ridge Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

There are not utility or water hook-ups, dump stations, or showers within the campground.

This is bear country! For bear and human safety, keep a clean campsite and do not place food or other attractants in your tent. For more information about visiting bear country, contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife at http://wildlife.state.co.us

https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

All campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of the beginning of the reservation. If not present the site will be rented by first come first serve basis.

EXTRA VEHICLE FEES: One vehicle is included in your reservation. Any additional vehicles will be charged $8.00 per vehicle per night and will be collected by the camp host if you did not pay for the Extra Vehicle Add On. One vehicle consists of one camper being towed by vehicle, or any other vehicle towed behind camper. One van or one truck with camper attached counts as one vehicle. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur at your site.

Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

Tents must fit on the pads provided. All campsites with a tent pad have a bear locker. RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. Driving or parking off road is not permitted.

Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times.

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Check-Out is at 12 P.M.

Check-In is at 2 P.M.

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Olive Ridge Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Olive Ridge Campground?

Olive Ridge Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 26 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Olive Ridge Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Olive Ridge Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Olive Ridge Campground have?

Olive Ridge Campground has 26 campsites.