About Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground
Number of accommodations: 148
Campground Amenities
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Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (549)
Review Summary
Jonas W
VerifiedJanuary 30, 2026 • Stayed at: A009, Loop: Loop A
Beautiful Campsite, sadly some people left trash at their sites.
Sunil M
VerifiedJanuary 8, 2026 • Stayed at: C110, Loop: loop C
Well maintained. Would have liked to have bear-safe storage at my site.
Debbie G
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: B033, Loop: Loop B
Great place to camp, hike and relax.
Kaitlyn R
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: D130, Loop: Loop D
Beautiful location, a bit exposed without a lot of shade or protection from rain. It was helpful to set up an awning.
Cathleen R
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: B043, Loop: Loop B
It was a dream come true for me to be able to spend a whole week, night and day, at this campground. My only suggestion is to keep the shower stations unlocked so campers can use them. Bathrooms cleaned every couple of days it seemed. Campers all seemed respectful in keeping their sites clean
Jennifer W
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: B052, Loop: Loop B
Campground was well cared-for, and we saw the hosts out and about. Trails were well groomed, and restrooms were clean. Our site was conveniently next to one restroom, and within easy walking distance of another. It was rather windy when we visited, but there were plenty of accessible rocks that we could use as anchors.
David S
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: D137, Loop: Loop D
Glacier Point was great. The sites were easy to access and the bathrooms were clean. GP is close to the Bear Lake Parking Area to catch the shuttle to the trailhead and close enough to Estes Park that you can zip in for supplies if needed. Great place with amazing beauty.
jenna e
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: C112, Loop: loop C
We loved the Park. Saw lots of animals. Make sure to hike to Emerald Lake. Alberta Falls was also worth the hike.
Nikki B
VerifiedDecember 19, 2025 • Stayed at: C072, Loop: loop C
Glacier Basin Campground is such a unique and special place. Many sites are close together, so you are within hearing of neighboring campers, but I've rarely been bothered by it. The staff are helpful and present, and the sites are well-maintained. It's just stunning, the views you get! Waking up to the gorgeous alpenglow on the mountains with the sunrise is magical! And there are several trails that leave from the CG, as well as a park-n-ride stop to go to other trails and destinations along the Bear Lake Corridor. I love Glacier Basin!
Allen W
VerifiedNovember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: A012, Loop: Loop A
Tight spot for a pull through and steps almost touched the street or ended in a tree. Rock was an obstacle for the slide on the driver side. Better spot for an 18 foot or less trailer. Rangers were great and helpful
Location Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground
Address:
1000 Highway 36
Estes Park, CO, 80517
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.3292 / -105.593
Elevation: 2630 feet
Policies & Rules
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Timed Entry Reservations: For visitors who are camping at Glacier Basin Campground, your Timed Entry + Bear Lake Road Reservation is included with your camping reservation.- Campers will be able to enter the park beginning at 1 p.m. on the first day of their camping reservation, which is also the check-in time for all park campgrounds. Campers who plan to enter the park earlier in the day will have to enter the park outside of the times when timed entry is in effect (for example, before 9 a.m. for most areas of the park) or make a timed entry reservation. |
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Check-in Time. Check-in begins at 1 p.m. |
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Site Limits. Each site is limited to eight (8) persons and one camping unit (i.e., a tent, RV, or trailer/tow vehicle) plus one additional tent per standard nonelectric site.
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Entrance Fee. A park entrance fee is required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park, or show your annual or lifetime park pass. You may pay the entrance fee upon arrival.
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Be Advised: Trailer length is the total maxium vehicle length allowable.
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Be Advised: Trailer length is the total maximum vehicle length allowable.(Trailer Length = Trailer + Hitch + Vehicle) |
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No Hookups. There are no RV hookups available.
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Food Storage and Wildlife. Bears, deer, elk, raccoons and skunks frequent the area. All food, pet food, cooking utensils and any other scented items must be stored in a food storage locker, located in the campground. |
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Firewood. Firewood is not available for purchase at Glacier Basin Campground. Firewood is available for purchase at stores in Estes Park.
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Firewood. Firewood is available for purchase in the campground. Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. |
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STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit the National Invasive Species Information Center . |
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ATTENTION: If you plan on renting an RV or camping equipment and having it delivered to Rocky Mountain National Park, it is your responsibility to make sure that the individual or business that you are renting the equipment from has a valid permit to do business in the park. It is illegal to conduct business in a park area without a permit, contract, or other written agreement. Renting from a business or individual without a Commercial Use Authorization (CUA) with the park may leave you without accommodations as the RV/camping equipment may be turned away upon delivery. |