Warning
GeneralVisitors with a Pawnee Campground reservation do not need to purchase a timed ticket to enter, but must show proof of their campground reservation. Parking limited to Pawnee Campground for the duration of the reservation. A separate timed ticket is required to park at other lots in the fee area (including trailheads).
About Pawnee
Number of accommodations: 36
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water -
Lake Access
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (247)
What Guests Are Saying
Pawnee Campground receives high praise for its spacious, clean sites and friendly, attentive hosts. Visitors appreciate the easy access to stunning hiking trails and the beautiful surroundings, often spotting wildlife such as moose. While booking can be challenging due to its popularity, the overall experience is described as peaceful and well-maintained, making it a favorite camping destination in Northern Colorado.
What Guests Are Saying
Pawnee Campground receives high praise for its spacious, clean sites and friendly, attentive hosts. Visitors appreciate the easy access to stunning hiking trails and the beautiful surroundings, often spotting wildlife such as moose. While booking can be challenging due to its popularity, the overall experience is described as peaceful and well-maintained, making it a favorite camping destination in Northern Colorado.
Review Summary
Rob P
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: ELK
I had a great experience at Pawnee Campground and visiting Brainard Lake. The campground was well maintained and my campsite was one of the cleanest and most manicured of any campsites, with wooden 4x4s to create the boundary of the campsite and contain the stones that formed the ground of the campsite. Remember, no showers, but there is water and clean pit-toilets close by that do not smell. My campsite was in the section of the campground where the trees had to be cut down because of insect infestation, but I appreciated how clear the management was when I signed up that this would be an issue. My only drawback was that it was really windy at times, so much that I couldn't put up my cabin tent by myself, it wanted to blow over, so I slept in a hammock instead. My canopy might have faired the wind to provide shade, but I did okay without it. The only change I would suggest is to allow campers to park close to the lake without having to pay an additional parking fee, but the exercise was good, and really wasn't too far from the furthest end of the campground.
Mark H
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: W5, Loop: WALK IN
Very nice campground at my favorite hiking place in Colorado.
try hiking to Isabelle glacier past 4 lakes Brainard, Long, Isabelle & no name - mud lakes (3 in late summer)
Katie C
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: ELK
Beautiful area with lots of day hikes.
Ronald B
VerifiedAugust 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: ELK
I tent camped on Elk loop. There was no shade, and that part of the campground was hot and desolate during the day.
Also, I'm used to camp hosts who are available to answer questions and address concerns. The camp management staff (American Land & Leisure) just zoomed past on their golf carts. I stayed only two nights, and I never did get to talk to anyone.
William J
VerifiedAugust 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: MOOSE
Literally the tidiest camp sites we've ever seen!
Jennifer B
VerifiedAugust 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: ELK
This was a very beautiful and well- maintained campground. Proximity to Brainard Lake and Indian Peaks Wilderness Area is a huge plus.
Darby H
VerifiedAugust 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: MOOSE
Even with rain throughout the afternoon and night, it was a great place to be. The clouds over the mountains were so dramatic. Our site was perfect.
Sam B
VerifiedAugust 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: MOOSE
We got in right at sunset and were pleasantly surprised by this campground! Big sites but, at least the loop we were in, great privacy! I would love to go back to this campground again.
Janet R
VerifiedAugust 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: ELK
Great stay.
Doug S
VerifiedAugust 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: MOOSE
A great location for adventures, and the campgrounds are very well cared for.
Location Pawnee
Address:
9054 U.S Hwy 285
Morrison, CO, 80465
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 40.1315 / -105.567
Elevation: 2954 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
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| General |
Check in time is 2 pm. Do not arrive prior to that time as you are not able to access the campground until your site has emptied and the campground has been cleaned and sanitized. There is nowhere at Pawnee or nearby for you to wait or to turn around. |
| General |
Visitors with a Pawnee Campground reservation do not need to purchase a timed ticket to enter, but must show proof of their campground reservation. Parking limited to Pawnee Campground for the duration of the reservation. A separate timed ticket is required to park at other lots in the fee area (including trailheads). |
| General |
No RV water connections are available. |
| General |
Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment; check the campsite details. You may not move to another campsite. |
| General |
This is bear country! For bear and human safety, keep a clean campsite and do not place food or other attractants in your tent. For more information about visiting bear country, contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife at http://wildlife.state.co.us |
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Due to the unpredictable snow drifting you may be moved to another site at Pawnee Campground up until mid-July. |
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https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
| General |
Check for hunting season dates. https://cpw.state.co.us/thingstodo/Pages/HuntingSeasonDatesAndFees.aspx |
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All campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of the beginning of the reservation. If not present the site will be rented by first come first serve basis. |
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EXTRA VEHICLE FEES: One vehicle is included in your reservation. Any additional vehicles will be charged $8.00 per vehicle per night and will be collected by the camphost. There is not a way to pay for extra vehicles when you make your reservation. One vehicle consists of one camper being towed by vehicle, or any other vehicle towed behind camper. One van or one truck with camper attached counts as one vehicle. |
| General |
Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed. |
| General |
Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralVisitors with a Pawnee Campground reservation do not need to purchase a timed ticket to enter, but must show proof of their campground reservation. Parking limited to Pawnee Campground for the duration of the reservation. A separate timed ticket is required to park at other lots in the fee area (including trailheads).
