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
David T
July 27, 2021
The Pawnee walk-in campgrounds are very good (100-150 ft walk from parking). They are quiet, well-maintained, with a bathroom close by. Each campsite has a flat surface for a tent, a picnic table, bear-resistant cabinet and fire ring. During our stay July 18 there were a few mosquitos. We cooked using the fire ring and the Pawnee host informed us that it was OK to use wood from the surrounding forest. He also had some we could purchase. It is about 1/2 mile walk to Brainard Lake and about 1.3 miles to the Lake Isabelle trailhead. They do not publish that you need a separate parking pass to park at the trailhead so add about 2.5 miles to any hike you plan on doing. Overall this was a great place for camping!
Genaliz M
VerifiedJuly 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: MOOSE
Loved the views and the lake near by. Bathrooms need a tad bit more tending to but not too bad.
Pam F
VerifiedJuly 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: MOOSE
THE CAMPSITE AND BATHROOM FACILITIES WERE ONE OF THE CLEANEST AND NICEST WE HAVE SEEN.
Wendy H
July 23, 2021
This was a lovely site. You could here the sound of the creek, the bathrooms were clean, and although busy it was quiet and the spots were far enough apart. Easy walk to Brainard Lake.
Sungok K
VerifiedJuly 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: MOOSE
Site host double -booked my site but she tried hardest to solve the issue for both guests and gave us free fire wood.
Minho K
VerifiedJuly 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: ELK
It’s so beautiful and always having a great time here with my family
Shannon B
July 12, 2021
Great site with shady tent pad which was perfect for additional sun/rain canopy. Mosquitos were intense so don’t forget bug spray.
Cassie M
July 12, 2021
Campgrounds were beautifully maintained, facilities were very clean, and access to Brainard and the nearby hikes was great. We were there for a holiday weekend and noise levels weren't out of control - which was nice since it was our 9 month old's first time camping. We had a wonderful time and can't wait to return.
Darlene L
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: MOOSE
Beautiful lake right outside of campground. Trails from camp. Moose sightings. Moose loop Campsites spacious and most wooded. The other camploop is barren with lots of fallen trees but then you get views.
Sadly the Brainard Lake has limited parking and there are always a huge line of cars trying to get in. Many people have to park 3 miles out and walk in on the road making the road dangerous (families and groups trying to walk on the side of a narrow 2 lane road). They need a shuttle from the outlying parking lot for safety and for traffic. I was told they can't do gas buses because the gas stations are too far and electric buses need electricity which they don't have. It seems like they could with solar! Bad management.
Tagir G
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: ELK
Great location for Brainard lake and hikes to Mitchell and Blue lakes. Campsites are large and the campground is not congested. Bathrooms are very clean.
Location Pawnee
Address:
9054 U.S Hwy 285
Morrison, CO, 80465
United States
Latitude & Longitude: 40.1315 / -105.567
Elevation: 2954 feet
Policies & Rules
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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. |
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Be sure to reserve a site that will accommodate your equipment; check the campsite details. You may not move to another campsite. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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).
