Pikes Peak International Hill Climb 2027
The Race to the Clouds — 156 turns to a 14,115-foot summit, one morning a year.
Days to go
295days · Jun 27, 2027
Where to sleep in Colorado
We have no campground verified inside Colorado Springs itself, so these are the Colorado campgrounds we do have on file — rig limits, fees and booking windows straight from the operator.
- Moraine Park Campground (Rocky Mountain NP)Nearest town: Estes Park · National Park Service$35/nightRigs to 40 ftBooks 6 months ahead exact-date via recreation.gov
- Glacier Basin Campground (Rocky Mountain NP)Nearest town: Estes Park · National Park Service$35/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov
- Piñon Flats Campground (Great Sand Dunes NP)Nearest town: Alamosa · National Park Service$25/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov
- Morefield Campground (Mesa Verde NP)Nearest town: Cortez · National Park Service$39–$60/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks via aramark concession portal · book 4 months out
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What you need to know
The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb has run since 1916, making it one of the oldest motorsport events in America. Cars launch one at a time up the Pikes Peak Highway — 12.42 miles and 156 turns ending at 14,115 feet — and the organizers have officially set the 105th running for June 27, 2027, with practice and qualifying earlier in race week. Spectating takes planning: the road closes before dawn, fans ride up in the dark to fixed viewing zones, and there is no camping on the mountain during the event. That makes a Colorado Springs RV base the practical play — Garden of the Gods RV Resort sits near the highway approach, and Mueller State Park's forested campground is 30 minutes up the pass in Divide. Late June is peak Colorado camping season, so book the rig 8-12 weeks out. Practice days earlier in race week offer quieter viewing than race day itself.
Official source: ppihc.org
Safety + legal
Race-day spectating starts above 9,000 ft and can exceed 12,000 ft — altitude affects everyone. Hydrate, move slowly, pack warm layers even in June; summit weather can flip to sleet.
Insider tip
Fan buses and pre-dawn car staging fill fast — the practice sessions Tuesday-Thursday of race week put you closer to the action with a fraction of the crowd.
Plan your trip · Jun 27, 2027 · Colorado Springs (Pikes Peak Highway)
Rent an RV near Pikes Peak Hill Climb 2027
Search runs on your Jun 27, 2027 window with a one-day buffer on each side — arrive early, leave late. Whether an RV is listed for those dates depends on what Colorado hosts have posted, so the campsite plan below is worth locking either way.
- Dates
- Jun 27, 2027
- Days away
- 295
- Location
- Colorado Springs (Pikes Peak Highway)
- Book ahead
- 10+ weeks
- Planning window
- Plan ahead
Hosting near Colorado Springs (Pikes Peak Highway)? List your rig and put your calendar in front of event travellers.
List your rig →Start early, arrive easy — the whole runway
The honest runway from start-looking to head-home, with a one-day buffer on each end.
Start
~10 weeks out
Give yourself ~10 weeks to line up a rig and a campsite.
Arrive
Jun 26
Roll in a day early and set up camp.
Event
Jun 27
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb 2027
Head home
Jun 28
Leave a day late and skip the exodus.
Best rigs for Pikes Peak Hill Climb 2027
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Plan it by rig
Each class above has its own planning page for Pikes Peak Hill Climb 2027 — class fit and booking guidance in one place.
Frequently asked about Pikes Peak Hill Climb 2027
When is Pikes Peak International Hill Climb 2027?
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb 2027 takes place on Jun 27, 2027 in Colorado Springs (Pikes Peak Highway), Colorado.
Where is Pikes Peak Hill Climb 2027 held?
Colorado Springs (Pikes Peak Highway), Colorado.
What are the exact 2027 dates?
Jun 27, 2027 (single-day event).
What RV should I rent for Pikes Peak Hill Climb 2027?
Best categories: rv, towable, trucks-vans. The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb has run since 1916, making it one of the oldest motorsport events in America. Cars launch one at a time up the Pikes Peak Highway — 12.42 miles and 156 turns ending at 14,115 feet — and the organizers have officially set the 105th running for June 27, 2027, with practice and qualifying earlier in race week. Spectating takes planning: the road closes before dawn, fans ride up in the dark to fixed viewing zones, and there is no camping on the mountain during the event. That makes a Colorado Springs RV base the practical play — Garden of the Gods RV Resort sits near the highway approach, and Mueller State Park's forested campground is 30 minutes up the pass in Divide. Late June is peak Colorado camping season, so book the rig 8-12 weeks out. Practice days earlier in race week offer quieter viewing than race day itself.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 10 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
Can you camp on Pikes Peak during the Hill Climb?
No — the mountain closes to overnight stays during the event and spectators ride up before dawn to assigned zones. Base your RV in Colorado Springs or at Mueller State Park in Divide and drive to the staging area early.
When is the 2027 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb?
June 27, 2027 — officially announced at ppihc.org as the 105th running, with practice and qualifying sessions earlier that week.
Is late June busy for RV rentals in Colorado?
Yes — it is peak season for the whole Front Range. Book 8-12 weeks ahead to get a rig with good generator capacity for the cool nights at elevation.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
Race-day spectating starts above 9,000 ft and can exceed 12,000 ft — altitude affects everyone. Hydrate, move slowly, pack warm layers even in June; summit weather can flip to sleet.
What's an insider tip?
Fan buses and pre-dawn car staging fill fast — the practice sessions Tuesday-Thursday of race week put you closer to the action with a fraction of the crowd.
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Before you rent in Colorado — key local rules
Standard Class R license covers motorhomes under 26,001 lbs — Colorado DMV — 1 CCR 204-30 Rule 8 (Class R definition)
Operators 18+; ages 14-17 need a safety certificate; ANS stamp to launch — Colorado Parks & Wildlife — Boating Safety
Colorado OHV permit $26.25/yr — same price for residents and visitors — Colorado Parks & Wildlife — Register an Off-Highway Vehicle
0.08% BAC per se; 5 ng THC creates only a permissible inference — Colorado General Assembly — Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol (CRS §42-4-1301)
Editorial summary, not legal advice. Verify with Colorado DMV before relying. Reviewed in the last 4 months (as of 2026-05-24).
Colorado rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- State rental tax
- 7.6% · not collected by PickRV
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Varies by rig — verify with your host
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-07:00