Rocky Mountain National Park
5 campgrounds in the park · 589 nearby · 120 free and dispersed sites within 50 mi
Photo: NPS/J.Marino
At a glance
- Entrance
- $30 per vehicle
- Open
- Year-round
- In the park
- 5 campgroundsAll reserve on Recreation.gov
- Near the park
- 589 campgroundsWithin 50 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 120 sitesWithin 50 mi
- Annual pass
- $70Rocky Mountain only
Where to camp
Camping in the park 5
- National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground
In the park · Estes Park, CO
Reserve on Recreation.gov
- National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground
In the park · Estes Park, CO
Reserve on Recreation.gov
Camping near the park 589
- Aerial viewCampground
Spruce Lake East
1.0 mi · Estes Park, CO
- Aerial viewCampground
Spruce Lake West
1.0 mi · Estes Park, CO
Free and dispersed nearby 120
See them on the map- Ute MeadowEstes Park, CO2.5 mi
- Timberline GroupGrand Lake, CO3.0 mi
- Cub Creek CampsiteEstes Park, CO3.1 mi
- HaynachGrand Lake, CO3.3 mi
- Tonahutu MeadowsGrand Lake, CO3.8 mi
- Granite FallsGrand Lake, CO4.6 mi
Services nearby: 8 dump stations · 5 rest areas
About Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for…
Rocky Mountain National Park's 415 square miles (265,807 acres) encompasses a spectacular range of mountain environments. From meadows found in the montane life zone to glistening alpine lakes and up to the towering mountain peaks, there is something for everyone to discover. Along the way explore over 300 miles of hiking trails and incredible wildlife viewing.
Photos: NPS · NPS/A.Schonlau · NPS/D.Turk
Things to do
- Arts and Culture
- Auto and ATV
- Scenic Driving
- Astronomy
- Stargazing
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Car or Front Country Camping
- Group Camping
Plan your visit
Getting there
Rocky Mountain National Park is located in northern Colorado. To visit the east side (near Estes Park, CO), follow U.S. I-25 to U.S. Hwy 34 or 36 west to Estes Park. To visit the west side of the park, follow I-70 to…
Weather
Weather can change quickly in Rocky Mountain National Park due to the mountains and elevation. Elevation in the park ranges from 7,800 feet above sea level to over 14,000 feet at the top of the tallest mountain peaks…
Plan your visit
Fees and passes
- Private vehicle$30
- Private vehicle$35
- Per person$15
- Motorcycle, 1 days$25
- Motorcycle, 7 days$30
- Per person$20
- Nonresident$100
- Rocky Mountain annual pass$70
Hours
While certain roads and facilities may be closed for the winter season, Rocky Mountain National Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Getting there
Rocky Mountain National Park is located in northern Colorado. To visit the east side (near Estes Park, CO), follow U.S. I-25 to U.S. Hwy 34 or 36 west to Estes Park. To visit the west side of the park, follow I-70 to U.S Hwy 40 towards Granby, take US Hwy 34 east to Grand Lake, CO.
Weather
Weather can change quickly in Rocky Mountain National Park due to the mountains and elevation. Elevation in the park ranges from 7,800 feet above sea level to over 14,000 feet at the top of the tallest mountain peaks. Weather conditions can change quickly throughout the day. For detailed weather information, visit https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/all-about-weather.htm For the most up-to-date weather forecasts, visit the National Weather Service webpage for Rocky at https://www.weather.gov/bou/rmnp
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