About Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground
Number of accommodations: 148
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Dump Station
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (549)
Review Summary
Yuan Z
VerifiedJune 24, 2023 • Stayed at: B049, Loop: Loop B
It rained heavily when we camped. We were lucky that the basement of the campground was above the ground and water could flow down through the space between the logs. It was cold but the experience was unforgettable.
Melissa P
VerifiedJune 24, 2023 • Stayed at: C098, Loop: loop C
We stayed in the tent loop and the Mountain Views were incredible. Camping with that beautiful range as the setting was sublime. 10 out of 10
Marcela G
VerifiedJune 22, 2023 • Stayed at: C101, Loop: loop C
This was our second time staying at Glacier Basin Campground and it was perfect! We rented two tent sites side-by-side as some family was joining me and my husband. There was enough space between each campsite that nobody felt crowded together and the restrooms were well kept. AT&T cell coverage was MUCH better than our 2020 camping trip, so we felt more comfortable about going on solo hikes if anyone wanted. We are planning on making this campground an annual trip! Glacier Basin is half a mile (if that?) from the Park & Ride shuttle service which made our transportation to trail heads along the Bear Lake Loop much easier than fighting for a parking spot. Our first day we hiked the Mills Lake trail starting from the Glacier Gorge trailhead (round trip 5.6 miles, 3hr 45min moderate intensity trip) and absolutely loved the destination of Mills Lake. Even though it was a longer hike, the 8 and 10 y/o that joined us hiked right along side us the entire way (and they loved the patches of snow still present!). A stop along the way, and a destination in itself, is Alberta Falls. The next day we hiked back to Alberta Falls with a family member who has a bad knee and she was still able to make the hike if she took her time. Definitely recommend!
Lucky T
VerifiedJune 22, 2023 • Stayed at: C063, Loop: loop C
Beautiful campground with easy access to the park. We appreciated the number of trails accessible from the campground. Will camp here again!
Ilene P
VerifiedJune 22, 2023 • Stayed at: B050, Loop: Loop B
Everything outstanding, the wildlife, the campground, the volunteer rangers....
Lin S
VerifiedJune 22, 2023 • Stayed at: B034, Loop: Loop B
Beautiful site, beautiful area. Ranger staff helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, and available. Bathrooms clean and well stocked. The two bull elk at my site were a marvelous bonus!
Super easy access to all areas of the park via the great bus system. I stayed four nights and never moved my car!
See you next summer!
Younsun R
VerifiedJune 21, 2023 • Stayed at: B056, Loop: Loop B
I don’t remember what else to say, but every thing was perfect!!!!
Jeffrey L
VerifiedJune 20, 2023 • Stayed at: D141, Loop: Loop D
We had a great stay at this campground. The facilities were very clean and the location was excellent for us. There is a big difference between sites however. Some are very pleasant and offer some privacy and shade whereas others are out in the open and really close to your neighbors. So, if that’s important to you, you might want to check the map closely before selecting your site. But regardless, it’s a great place to stay.
Julian H
VerifiedJune 20, 2023 • Stayed at: A017, Loop: Loop A
I will never understand how RMNP has 265,000 acres but they put the campsites so close you can hear your neighbor fart.
It’s terrible, the idea is to enjoy the nature but you can’t because the kids are running around screaming all day long and the parents are just getting drunk.
It’s really disappointing, we tried the backcountry camping however all the trials pass right through camp so again you are trying to enjoy the nature and tons of people walking right through your camp talking to you. I came out here not to talk to people!
Can’t see any animals because people are loud and the kids are even louder. If it rains even a tiny drop everyone gets in their cars at the campsites and sits in there with the engine running again ruining the nature.
The campers trash everything, they don’t recycle and just very inconsiderate of their surroundings. It’s a national park and should be preserved but leave it to people to ruin everything.
Mike M
VerifiedJune 20, 2023 • Stayed at: G003-M, Loop: Group Sites
We had a great experience at Glacier Basin CG. Our site was one of the group camping sites with lots of space for out tents, a good collection of picnic tables, a nice fire ring. Close to clean bathrooms and water. Not far from firewood sales. The Ranger office was very helpful and friendly. Great location close to Beat Lake area and Estes Park.
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. |
