Dikeside Boating Site
This boating site is located on Rampart Reservoir.
General Information
Early May to early October
When the season is open, trailered and internal-combustion powered watercraft will be allowed Thursdays through Sundays, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., when Colorado Parks and Wildlife is performing Aquatic Nuisance Species inspections. Hand launched watercraft may be launched any day.
Swimming, wading and all body contact with the water in the reservoir is PROHIBITED. Coast Guard-approved life jackets are required for every person onboard every watercraft, including kayaks, paddleboards and canoes.
$11 per vehicle day use fee for the Rampart Reservoir Recreation Area.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times.
Contact Phone: 719-636-1602
Address: 601 South Weber Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: 719-636-1602
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 38.9785938
Longitude: -104.95833545
Directions
From Colorado Springs, Colorado, travel west on Highway 24 for about 18 miles to Woodland Park. Turn north on Baldwin Street, which turns into Rampart Range Road. Go about 2 miles and turn right onto Loy Creek Road and then turn right onto Forest Road 300 (Rampart Range Road). Follow the signs. The Rampart Reservoir entrance is about 4 miles further on the left side of the road.
Parking
There are two large parking areas at the site.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault toiletsWater
Potable water is not available at this site.
Drinking water is available at the Promontory Picnic Area.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are not available at this site.
Promontory Picnic Area is nearby for picnicking.
