Guanella Pass

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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

10 total sites · $26 avg/night

RV Sites

3 sites

$26/night

average

Tent Sites

7 sites

$26/night

average

About Guanella Pass

Guanella Pass Campground is located about 7 miles south of Georgetown on the South Fork of Clear Creek on the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway. Located at an elevation of 10,900 feet on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, visitors to the campground can also enjoy hiking and fishing in the area. The Guanella Pass Scenic and Historic Byway follows an old wagon route that linked the mining towns of Georgetown and Grant, Colorado.

Number of accommodations: 10

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

10 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 008, Loop: GUAN RV
No Hookups
$26
/ per night
009, Loop: GUAN Tent
8 guests
$26
/ per night
010, Loop: GUAN Tent
8 guests
$26
/ per night
011, Loop: GUAN Tent
8 guests
$26
/ per night
012, Loop: GUAN Tent
8 guests
$26
/ per night
013, Loop: GUAN Tent
8 guests
$26
/ per night
014, Loop: GUAN Tent
8 guests
$26
/ per night
015, Loop: GUAN Tent
8 guests
$26
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: GUAN RV
No Hookups
$26
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: GUAN RV
No Hookups
$26
/ per night

Reviews (251)

What Guests Are Saying

Guanella Pass campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, serene atmosphere, and beautiful natural surroundings, including a nearby stream that provides a relaxing ambiance. Campers appreciate the well-maintained facilities and the helpful camp host. While some noted minor issues like bugs and a lack of drinking water, the overall experience is positive, making it a recommended destination for camping enthusiasts.

Review Summary

4.6
251 reviews
5
75.3%
189
4
14.7%
37
3
7.2%
18
2
1.6%
4
1
1.2%
3

Tim M

Verified

June 30, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: GUAN

4

Campground was clean including the bathrooms. Very close to several trails at Guanella Pass.

Tim M

Verified

June 30, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: GUAN

4

Campground was clean including the bathrooms. Very close to several trails at Guanella Pass.

Alexandra K

Verified

June 22, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: GUAN

5

Beautiful. Well maintained. Friendly and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to return.

Alexandra K

Verified

June 22, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: GUAN

5

Beautiful. Well maintained. Friendly and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to return.

Alexandra K

Verified

June 22, 2023 Stayed at: 011, Loop: GUAN

5

Beautiful. Well maintained. Friendly and knowledgeable. Can’t wait to return.

Andrew R

Verified

June 17, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: GUAN

4

Despite a rainy, wet and cold camping trip, our family loved Guanella Pass Campground. We had spot 9, which was close enough to the parking that hauling things back to the car at night was not a pain, but was far enough away that car noise was not an issue. The sounds of the river put us to sleep each night and we woke to birdsong in the morning. No bear lockers, but again, you are close enough to your car to keep food safe. The fire ring and tent pad were clean and well-maintained.

Andrew R

Verified

June 17, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: GUAN

4

Despite a rainy, wet and cold camping trip, our family loved Guanella Pass Campground. We had spot 9, which was close enough to the parking that hauling things back to the car at night was not a pain, but was far enough away that car noise was not an issue. The sounds of the river put us to sleep each night and we woke to birdsong in the morning. No bear lockers, but again, you are close enough to your car to keep food safe. The fire ring and tent pad were clean and well-maintained.

Andrew R

Verified

June 17, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: GUAN

4

Despite a rainy, wet and cold camping trip, our family loved Guanella Pass Campground. We had spot 9, which was close enough to the parking that hauling things back to the car at night was not a pain, but was far enough away that car noise was not an issue. The sounds of the river put us to sleep each night and we woke to birdsong in the morning. No bear lockers, but again, you are close enough to your car to keep food safe. The fire ring and tent pad were clean and well-maintained.

Austin B

Verified

September 13, 2022 Stayed at: 013, Loop: GUAN

3

Camp sites have no privacy. Ground is very hard, and is difficult to setup tent spikes in.

That being said, campground is well maintained, has very clean bathrooms and has large fire pits, grills and picnic benches.

Austin B

Verified

September 13, 2022 Stayed at: 013, Loop: GUAN

3

Camp sites have no privacy. Ground is very hard, and is difficult to setup tent spikes in.

That being said, campground is well maintained, has very clean bathrooms and has large fire pits, grills and picnic benches.

Location Guanella Pass

Address:
9054 U.S Hwy 285
Morrison, CO, 80465
United States

Highway access

Guanella Pass is accessible via I-70, with the Georgetown Exit 228 leading to County Road 381 (Guanella Pass Scenic Byway). Additionally, it can be reached from Highway 285 by turning onto Park County Road 62.

Elevation: 3277 feet

Distance to downtown

43 mi drive to downtown Morrison (about 58 min)

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: September 13, 2026

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