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With more than 100 peaks, this corner of the Rockies is chock-full of jaw-dropping vistas. Over 350 miles of hiking trails and 147 lakes are just begging to be explored. It earns bonus points for being open 24/7. Imagine catching a mountain sunrise next to bighorn sheep and bugling elk herds.
Camping in the Rocky Mountains never disappoints. There are five scenic campgrounds, some with sites you can book up to six months in advance. Just keep in mind there are no RV hook-ups. You can find group sites (tents only) at Glacier Basin Campground.
For winter camping, opt for Moraine Park Campground on Bear Lake Road—the only four-season campground. Loo
With more than 100 peaks, this corner of the Rockies is chock-full of jaw-dropping vistas. Over 350 miles of hiking trails and 147 lakes are just begging to be explored. It earns bonus points for being open 24/7. Imagine catching a mountain sunrise next to bighorn sheep and bugling elk herds.
Camping in the Rocky Mountains never disappoints. There are five scenic campgrounds, some with sites you can book up to six months in advance. Just keep in mind there are no RV hook-ups. You can find group sites (tents only) at Glacier Basin Campground.
For winter camping, opt for Moraine Park Campground on Bear Lake Road—the only four-season campground. Looking for Rocky Mountain glamping? There are hosts of deluxe cabin rentals nearby with envy-inducing views.
Travel Tips: Plan a fall trip to beat the crowds and catch the elk rutting season. If you're headed to the Rockies in the busy summer months, stick to the weekdays. Don't forget to pack plenty of water for those high-elevation hikes!
Glacier Basin Campground is one of the most popular places to stay in Rocky Mountain National Park, which should come as no surprise. The hike to Glacier Basin is one of the most stunning treks in the whole park, with an incredible reward at the end. Hint: you’ll be shooting yourself in the foot if you forget your camera. The campground itself is Read more...
If you want to stay on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, this is where you want to be. Well, it’s actually the only place you can be. Timber Creek is the lone campground in the area, but there’s plenty of room for all to stay. It has a primo location right by the Colorado River, where you can see fly fishermen teasing the water with t Read more...
Move over elk, you know you gotta share this space with campers too. Aspen Glen Campground in Rocky Mountain National Park is a popular hangout for elk, especially in the fall. You can catch them grazing in the open meadows nearby, or just a few feet from your tent. But these beautiful creatures aren’t the only wildlife you’ll see around these par Read more...
The Glacier Basin Group Site has plenty of room for you and all your hiking buddies. Your buddies are hikers, right? We hope so, because Glacier Basin is near a ton of amazing trails, starting with the hike to Glacier Basin. Hikes to Sprague Lake, Bear Lake and Emerald Lake are all nearby as well. But if you’d rather hang around camp, you can do t Read more...
Are you ready for high-elevation camping? Because Longs Peak Campground is way, way up there at 9,405 feet! If you come here to camp, you’re probably also coming to climb the majestic Longs Peak, which is about as awe-inspiring as it gets. Bring warm clothes, because at this elevation it’s never too warm and the weather can change fast. Have fun a Read more...
Other campgrounds: take a note from Moraine Park because this is how it’s supposed to be done. There’s not a bad site here, so don’t worry about getting stuck with one next to the outhouse. Scattered throughout a forest with gently sloping hills and surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, the sites here leave very little (if anything) to be desired. It Read more...
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Rocky Mountain National Park
Climb, Raft, Ski or Hike Through 415 Square Miles of Bucket-List Worthy Mountain Wilderness
With more than 100 peaks, this corner of the Rockies is chock-full of jaw-dropping vistas. Over 350 miles of hiking trails and 147 lakes are just begging to be explored. It earns bonus points for being open 24/7. Imagine catching a mountain sunrise next to bighorn sheep and bugling elk herds.
Camping in the Rocky Mountains never disappoints. There are five scenic campgrounds, some with sites you can book up to six months in advance. Just keep in mind there are no RV hook-ups. You can find group sites (tents only) at Glacier Basin Campground.
For winter camping, opt for Moraine Park Campground on Bear Lake Road—the only four-season campground. Loo
With more than 100 peaks, this corner of the Rockies is chock-full of jaw-dropping vistas. Over 350 miles of hiking trails and 147 lakes are just begging to be explored. It earns bonus points for being open 24/7. Imagine catching a mountain sunrise next to bighorn sheep and bugling elk herds.
Camping in the Rocky Mountains never disappoints. There are five scenic campgrounds, some with sites you can book up to six months in advance. Just keep in mind there are no RV hook-ups. You can find group sites (tents only) at Glacier Basin Campground.
For winter camping, opt for Moraine Park Campground on Bear Lake Road—the only four-season campground. Looking for Rocky Mountain glamping? There are hosts of deluxe cabin rentals nearby with envy-inducing views.
Travel Tips: Plan a fall trip to beat the crowds and catch the elk rutting season. If you're headed to the Rockies in the busy summer months, stick to the weekdays. Don't forget to pack plenty of water for those high-elevation hikes!
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6 campgrounds in Rocky Mountain National Park
Glacier Basin Campground is one of the most popular places to stay in Rocky Mountain National Park, which should come as no surprise. The hike to Glacier Basin is one of the most stunning treks in the whole park, with an incredible reward at the end. Hint: you’ll be shooting yourself in the foot if you forget your camera. The campground itself is Read more...
If you want to stay on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, this is where you want to be. Well, it’s actually the only place you can be. Timber Creek is the lone campground in the area, but there’s plenty of room for all to stay. It has a primo location right by the Colorado River, where you can see fly fishermen teasing the water with t Read more...
Move over elk, you know you gotta share this space with campers too. Aspen Glen Campground in Rocky Mountain National Park is a popular hangout for elk, especially in the fall. You can catch them grazing in the open meadows nearby, or just a few feet from your tent. But these beautiful creatures aren’t the only wildlife you’ll see around these par Read more...
The Glacier Basin Group Site has plenty of room for you and all your hiking buddies. Your buddies are hikers, right? We hope so, because Glacier Basin is near a ton of amazing trails, starting with the hike to Glacier Basin. Hikes to Sprague Lake, Bear Lake and Emerald Lake are all nearby as well. But if you’d rather hang around camp, you can do t Read more...
Are you ready for high-elevation camping? Because Longs Peak Campground is way, way up there at 9,405 feet! If you come here to camp, you’re probably also coming to climb the majestic Longs Peak, which is about as awe-inspiring as it gets. Bring warm clothes, because at this elevation it’s never too warm and the weather can change fast. Have fun a Read more...
Other campgrounds: take a note from Moraine Park because this is how it’s supposed to be done. There’s not a bad site here, so don’t worry about getting stuck with one next to the outhouse. Scattered throughout a forest with gently sloping hills and surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, the sites here leave very little (if anything) to be desired. It Read more...
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