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Dikeside Boating Site

Cascade, Colorado · El Paso County · Facility

This boating site is located on Rampart Reservoir. Swimming, wading, and all body contact with the water in the reservoir is prohibited.All dates are weather dependent. Dates of operation below are dates visitors may expect full service.

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About Dikeside Boating Site

This boating site is located on Rampart Reservoir. Swimming, wading, and all body contact with the water in the reservoir is prohibited.All dates are weather dependent. Dates of operation below are dates visitors may expect full service.

How to Get There

From Colorado Springs, Colorado, travel west on Hwy 24 for about 18 miles to Woodland Park. Turn north on Baldwin (which turns into Rampart Range Road). Go about 2 miles to Loy Creek Road turn right and then to FDR 300 turn right (Rampart Range Road). Follow signs. Rampart Reservoir entrance is about 4 miles further on the left side of the road.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Dikeside Boating Site

Heading to Dikeside Boating Site? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Dikeside Boating Site?

No central reservation system listed for Dikeside Boating Site. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/244825) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Dikeside Boating Site?

From Colorado Springs, Colorado, travel west on Hwy 24 for about 18 miles to Woodland Park. Turn north on Baldwin (which turns into Rampart Range Road). Go about 2 miles to Loy Creek Road turn right and then to FDR 300 turn right (Rampart Range Road). Follow signs. Rampart Reservoir entrance is about 4 miles further on the left side of the road.