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
Tom R
VerifiedAugust 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: ELK
Location was great. Very close to some beautiful hikes. Our site was out in the open and we were in a tent. We had quite a bit of rain and wind, so if you’re in a tent, you might want to have a site with trees. Bathrooms were very clean and the setting was beautiful.
David W
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: MOOSE
I've been going to Pawnee for over 40 years and it still remains one of my favorite camping locations. The hosts kept the place immaculate.
Fred K
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: MOOSE
This may be the best campground in Colorado! All sites have lots of pine trees so shade is almost constant. Early August and everyday was flannel shirt weather in the mornings and evenings. Sites are not too close and are very well maintained. Wonderful camping. The views from the lake are breathtaking. Lake is just a few hundred feet from any campsite. We stayed in a pop-up but there was also a very large tent pad at our site (Moose 30) also.
Judith M
VerifiedAugust 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: MOOSE
Traffic at the entry gate, long lines of cars waiting to get in for day use, and no way for registered campers to go around the long lines to get to their campsites.
There should be a pay phone at the visitors center.
Kunta H
VerifiedAugust 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: ELK
We (family of 4 with 2 teenagers) stayed on site 5 and we loved it. The hosts were very friendly and the campsites were very clean. Despite no shady areas and close to the outhouse, we love the site. We could see the mountains from our site. We packed our breakfast and lunch and hiked to Isabelle lake. The view was amazing. The weather was perfect. The rain holds until we got back to our campsite and ready to bed. What a perfect day. We would like to visit again.
Ann C
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 • Stayed at: W5, Loop: WALK IN
I had a wonderful camping experience. No waiting at the entrance station and the campsite was sparkling clean. I wholeheartedly recommend this location for anyone interested in camping at a close, but seemingly remote location. The scenery was beautiful and the potable water was excellent.
Khu S
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: MOOSE
Pawnee is a beautiful and well maintained campground. Overall, I enjoyed my stay as usual. There were certain restrictions in place because of covid. 1) You can’t use the water spout to wash your hands. You must bring a container, then wash your hands at your campsite. 2) All the campsites in the Moose loop required the use of an RV according to the booking website. We saw several people using tents, and learned from the host that this restriction was lifted but never corrected on the website. 3) Not covid related, but a fire ban was in place. What we didn’t realize was that propane fire pits were ok to use. This would have been nice to know when they sent us an email about the fire ban.
Ken D
VerifiedAugust 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: MOOSE
Nice campsites, great location to hike from
Kalli J
VerifiedAugust 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: ELK
If you're concerned about your health and well being while camping, come here. The staff is amazing! They sanitized every site between campers (first place I've seen actually follow through with it) and made us feel so safe and welcome! Gorgeous place to visit. You almost always see moose here by the lake. Got in a beautiful hike to Long Lake. I ALWAYS enjoy my time at this beautiful campground.
Francis C
July 30, 2020
so sorry we could not burn a campfire
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).
