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Glacier Basin Campground at Rocky Mountain National Park

149Visitor campsites
149Online reservable
35 ftLargest listed RV length; varies by site
3Official site types

Plan your stay

Answers to the questions campers ask first.

Can I reserve a campsite?

Yes. 149 of 149 visitor campsites can be reserved online.

Can I camp here with an RV?

60 of 149 sites list RV equipment

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Are tent sites available?

138 of 149 sites list tent equipment

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Is the campground accessible?

4 of 149 sites are marked accessible

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Are toilets and drinking water available?

Yes, seasonally. Toilets and drinking water are available during the operating season.

Are showers or electrical hookups available?

No. Showers are not available and no electrical sites are listed.

About this campground

Information from the official campground source. Seasonal conditions and reservation rules may vary.

Glacier Basin Campground is closed for the 2026 season. If planning to camp in RMNP, please see Aspenglen, Timber Creek or Moraine Park Campgrounds.

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Official practical information

Source: Recreation.gov structured records

Fees and entrance charges

Glacier Basin Campground is a seasonal campground open from May 21 through the night of September 7, 2026. The campground will close at noon on September 8.

Campground Fees (Per Site/Per Night)

$35.00 for standard nonelectric sites/tent sites

$50 for small group sites (may accomodate up to 15 people)

$60 for medium group sites (may accomodate 16-25 people)

$70 for large group sites (may accomodate 26-40 people)

Directions

From Estes Park, CO:

Drive on U.S. Highway 36 west from Estes Park. The closest entrance to the park is the Beaver Meadows Entrance. The turn for Bear Lake Road is approximately 0.2 miles from the Beaver Meadows Entrance, located on the left side of the road.

Drive up Bear Lake Road 5.2 miles. The turn to enter Glacier Basin Campground is located on the left side of Bear Lake Road and across from the Park & Ride parking area.

From Grand Lake, CO:

Drive on U.S. Highway 34 east, which becomes Trail Ridge Road inside the park. Enter at the Grand Lake Entrance. Follow Trail Ridge Road east across the continental divide approximately 40 miles. When you come to Deer Ridge Junction, follow the signs for U.S. Hwy 36/Beaver Meadows Entrance. The turn for Bear Lake Road will be on your right, approximately 0.2 miles before the exit to the park.

Drive up Bear Lake Road 5.2 miles. The turn to enter Glacier Basin Campground is located on the left side of Bear Lake Road and across from the Park & Ride parking area.

Campsite options

Compare the official site types and equipment limits before choosing a campsite.

Tent sites

73 Campsites Equipment Non-electric

Group sites

13 Campsites Nightly fee $50.00Equipment Non-electric
Individual campsite details such as loop, accessibility, equipment limits and reservability are provided by Recreation.gov.

Tours & experiences

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Facilities at a glance

ToiletsSeasonal
Drinking waterSeasonal
Dump stationSeasonal
AmphitheaterSeasonal
ShowersNot available
LaundryNot available
Camp storeNot available
Cell serviceNot available
InternetNot available
Trash and recyclingSeasonal
Food storage lockersSeasonal
Firewood for saleNot available
Ice for saleSeasonal
Campground hostSeasonal
Accessible4 of 149 campsites · 0 unknown
Electricity0 of 149 campsites · 0 unknown
Pets allowed148 of 149 campsites · 1 unknown
Campfires allowed149 of 149 campsites · 0 unknown
Shade34 of 149 campsites · 115 unknown
Picnic table147 of 149 campsites · 2 unknown
Available Seasonal Not available Unknown

Operating season & hours

Official opening status unknown

Glacier Basin Campground

Every day: Closed

Operating dates and closures can change. Confirm current conditions with the official source.

Fees

Camping Fee

Per site per night

$35.00
Camping Fee (Small Group)

Per site per night for groups of 9–15 people

$50.00
Camping Fee (Medium Group)

Per site per night for groups of 16–25 people

$60.00
Camping Fee (Large Group)

Per site per night for groups of 26–40 people

$70.00

Access, rules and important notes

4 Campsites 35 ft
  • Four sites are available for those customers with a disability or otherwise limited mobility who would benefit from the accessibility design features.
  • 1 Generators may only be run between 7:30 - 10 am and 4 - 8:30 pm.
  • Sites C76 - 104 and Group loop: no generators allowed.
  • RVs and trailers are not allowed in the group loop.
  • 35 Paved Roads - All vehicles OK Fires are only allowed in metal fire grates.
  • Never leave fires or coals unattended.
  • Fires must be completely extinguished before leaving campsite or going to bed.
  • Gathering firewood or fire-starting materials is prohibited One solar shower stall are available; visitors must provide their own solar heated shower bag.
  • Official facility accessibility flag: No. Check individual site details for accessible campsites.
  • There is an eight (8) person limit per site.
  • Each camping site is limited to: one camping unit (i.e., a tent, RV, or trailer/tow vehicle) plus one additional tent.
  • All tents shall be located on the tent pad.
  • All additional camp structures must be self standing without impacts to vegetation or trees.
  • Parking is limited to two (2) vehicles per site.
  • A vehicle is defined as one vehicle, one trailer, one RV, or one towed unit.
  • Each vehicle must be parked on the gravel or paved parking pad causing no resource degradation or encroachment onto the paved access road.
  • Some sites will accommodate only one vehicle on the graveled parking pad.

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Official information, clearly sourced Information from the official sources listed below. Check the official website for current conditions and reservation details.
National Park Service Recreation.gov
Last checked National Park Service — Oct 9, 2026 at 10:52 AMRecreation.gov — Oct 9, 2026 at 12:51 PMView official source

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Cross-Country Skiing

Cross-Country Skiing in Rocky Mountain National Park

Cross-country skiing can be an enjoyable way to experience the winter season at Rocky. There is typically enough snow for skiing beginning in December through late March. Visit the west side of the park and enjoy a variety of cross-country skiing terrain.
Source: NPS
A gate is closed across the entrance to Old Fall River Road
Scenic Driving

Enjoy a Scenic Drive on Old Fall River Road

Built between 1913 and 1920, a drive up Old Fall River Road is an incredible 9.4-mile scenic drive. This unpaved road begins next to Endovalley Picnic Area and ends at the summit of Fall River Pass and in the parking area for Alpine Visitor Center. At Alpine Visitor Center, use Trail Ridge Road to return to the east side of RMNP.
Timed entry required
Source: NPS
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