Camping in Rocky Mountain National Park

Camping in RMNP offers unforgettable experiences, like dark skies full of glittering stars, private wildlife encounters and the sounds of nature coming to life at night. To reduce impact on the land and ensure a pleasant experience for all, camping is only permitted at the following designated campgrounds:

To make a reservation for a campground visit recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. In person reservations are not available.

 

Timber Creek Campground

Total Sites: 98, tents and RVs

Location: West side/Grand Lake entrance (Note: This is the only campground located on the west side of the park)

Reservations: Reservations Required

Fees: $35 per site, per night
 

Aspenglen Campground

Total Sites: 52,  tents and RVs

Location: East side/Fall River entrance

Reservations: Highly recommended, with some weeks with reservations required

Fees: $30-$35 per site, per night
 

Glacier Basin Campground

Total Sites: 150, tents and RVs

Location: East side

Reservations: Reservations required

Fees: $35 - $70 per site, per night
 

Longs Peak Campground

Total Sites: 26, tents only

Location: East side

Reservations: First-come, first-served only

Fees: $30 per site, per night
 

Moraine Park Campground

Total Sites: 244 summer, 64 winter

Location: East side/Beaver Meadows entrance

Reservations: Highly recommended in summer, available six months in advance. First-come, first-served only in winter. 

Fees: $26 per site, per night

*Please note that Moraine Park Campground is currently closed. Read about the rehabilitation project here*

Rocky Mountain National Park Backcountry Camping

 

Campervan on road

A permit is required for an overnight stay in the backcountry areas of Rocky Mountain National Park. Backcountry campsite permits become available around March 1st each year and may be reserved these sites online or in-person only. Overnight backpack trips require advanced backcountry skills and equipment, so make sure to research and prepare prior to reserving a RMNP wilderness permit.