Pinnacle Rock Campground
Pinnacle Rock Campground
Pinnacle Rock is a popular boat ramp and camping access point on the Arkansas River in Bighorn Sheep Canyon, located approximately 21 miles west of Cañon City on Highway 50.
The site features a boat ramp/slide, changing facilities, fishing access, picnic tables, restrooms, and river access with a day-use fee; camping is also available.
This is a common put-in for the scenic Bighorn Sheep Canyon section (Class II-III rapids) and serves as the starting point for the popular 20-mile Pinnacle Rock to Centennial Park whitewater run.
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