Glacier Basin National Park Campground

Glacier Basin campground is located off Bear Lake Road in Rocky Mountain National Park. This 150 site campground is broken up into four loops.

Loops A & B are first-come, first-serve sites. Because of the popularity of this campground, it’s a good idea to get there prior to the noon check out time if you want to get into one of these first-come, first-serve campsites. They go very quickly, especially around the summer weekends. Of the thirty two campsites in Loop A, twelve are tent only sites. The A loop is serviced by one restroom, one water hydrant and has one bear box available. Loop B has 25 campsites, ten of which are tent only sites and four (33,35,60,61) are handicap accessible. The B loop is serviced by two restrooms (both handicap accessible) and two water hydrants. The B loop also has one bear box for food storage. Loop B is also directly across from the Glacier Basin campground Amphitheater and next to the Glacier Basin campground Shuttle stop.

The C loop has fifty-six reservable campsites. There are four restrooms, four water hydrants, and three bear boxes dispersed throughout this loop. The majority of the campsites, forty-two, are tent only sites. You’ll find a campground host site in loop C. The campground host can assist you with any problems you may have with the campground equipment, as well as provide you with park activity and other information. You may also purchase firewood and ice at the campground host site. Other amenities near the entrance of Loop C are the Ranger Information Center, telephone and dump station.

The campsites in Loop D, 121-150, are also reservable. Within the loop there are two restrooms and three water hydrants. There is a campground host in this loop also.Six of the sites in this loop are tent-only.

The final loop in the Glacier Basin campground is made up of fourteen separate tent-only group camping sites. Reservations are accepted and recommended for all of these campsites. Group campsites 1 and 13 fit nine to fifteen people and a maximum of three vehicles. Group sites 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11 and 12 fit sixteen to twenty-five people and a maximum of four vehicles. The three large Glacier Basin group campsites, 7, 8 and 9, will accommodate twenty-six to forty people and a maximum of five vehicles. There is no limit on the number of tents allowed in these group sites.

Additional Services Available:

Restrooms, water hydrants, dish washing service stations, picnic tables, fire grates, tent pads, handicap accessible sites, firewood sales, ice sales, bear boxes (food storage), shuttle stop, amphitheater, dump station, telephone

Activities:

There are many activities to choose from during your visit to Rocky Mountain National Park! Scenic drives through the park that could include a trip over Trail Ridge Road or the Old Fall River Road. Fishing opportunities are plentiful, there are 25 lakes where you can fish for brown, brook, rainbow, and cutthroat trout. All the waters in the park are considered Gold Medal fisheries so only artificial lures or flies may be used! You’ll also find that a large portion of the fishing locations are Catch and Release. Make sure you understand all the restrictions placed upon Gold Medal and Catch and Release waters before you begin your fishing adventure in Rocky Mountain National.

Hiking is one of the most popular activities in this National Park. There is 355 miles of hiking trails to explore, everything from flat trails, perfect for an evening stroll, to mountain climbs best reserved for the experienced mountaineer. Some of the trailheads close to the Glacier Basin campground are the; Sprague Lake Trailhead, Beirstadt Lake Trailhead, Storm Pass Trailhead, Glacier Gorge Trailhead and the Hollowell Park Trailhead. Check at the Park Visitors Centers or with the Park Rangers to determine which of the trails in the park are appropriate for you and always be prepared when you hike, Colorado weather can change very quickly! Other popular activities include; biking, wildlife viewing, ranger led hikes and nature exploration excursions, horseback riding, climbing, mountaineering, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, snowmobiling and much more!

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 Additional Information

• Reservations available and recommended for Loops C & D. Loops A & B will be first-come, first-served.

• There is a 7 day maximum stay allowed per campground from June 1st to September 30th. Only 8 people are allowed per campsite. Allowable combinations are: One passenger vehicle and two tents or one tent and one wheeled camping unit (RV or trailer/tow vehicle) may occupy each site. All tents must be placed on a tent pad. Additional vehicles must park in overflow parking areas.

• A vehicle pass is required for all vehicles entering a National Park. Vehicle fees are separate from camping fees. If a motorized, towed vehicle is being brought into a park, a pass is required for that vehicle.

• Pets must be kept on a six foot leash and be under control at all times. Please remember to pick up after your pets, failure to do so may result in a fine.

• Please review the bulletin board or consult the campground host for specific rules, regulations and restrictions in this campground

• For current rates and additional information, visit this campgrounds web page.

• Removal of Dead Trees – Campgrounds may look extremely different than they have in the past. Rocky Mountain National Park is one area in Colorado where trees are dying from the mountain pine beetle epidemic. Park Staff are removing dead trees that have been killed by the outbreak of native pine beetles. The removal reduces risk associated with falling trees. Always be aware of your surroundings, particularly during times of high wind. Temporary closures may occur at campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailhead parking areas while trees are being removed.

• NOTE: Do not bring firewood from another State, firewood can spread harmful insect pests and diseases. Help protect Colorado’s public lands by acquiring local firewood at or near the campground where you’re staying. Contact the Colorado Department of Agriculture immediately for instructions on how to dispose of any firewood brought in from another state.