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
Todd C
July 24, 2020
Campground and restrooms were very clean! Entering at the gate was VERY slow and could/should be expedited for campers who already have paid reservations and park fees.
Get to this park before 8:00am! All parking lots fill quickly, including the Brainard Lake overflow lots.
Pete K
VerifiedJuly 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: MOOSE
Such a beautifully awesome alpine campground, very spacious sites - great location right near Brainard Lake and some amazing hikes.
Rachel L
July 16, 2020
Wonderfully well maintained camp site, W7 was off the beaten path but not too far from parking. It sits right on a series of deer trails leading to a creek which was stunning. The actual spot was large and could comfortably fit a few 4 person tents or one large tent. The fire pit has an attached grill and the bear box was large enough to fit a large cooler in and then some. The host was super helpful and she sells fire wood at her site. Someone maintains the campsite paths daily with a rake and the toilets were spotless but overwhelmingly smelly. The lake is a short walk away from the sites and is absolutely so picture perfect. I enjoyed my stay so much that I promptly booked another reservation for the following month when I got home.
Carrie L
VerifiedJuly 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: MOOSE
Beautiful and well kept campground. Lots of mosquitos while we were there (early July) due to run off moisture. Bathrooms could have been cleaner. There were TONS of flies in the women's restroom most of the weekend.
Cynthia W
VerifiedJuly 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: MOOSE
Great hiking. Exceptionally clean restrooms. Very friendly and helpful camp hosts.
Ron M
July 12, 2020
Clean and private sites, short walk to the lake, many trails.
Anne-Marie M
VerifiedJuly 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: MOOSE
The sites are very large & the scenery was spectacular! Will definitely be back!
Jon B
VerifiedJanuary 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: ELK
This is such a beautiful campground. A jewel of Colorado for what it offers. I've also always found the hosts to be on top of things and very friendly - also the park rangers.
Fernando B
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: ELK
This is a fantastic location, with many hikes around and beautiful lakes. The campground host was great - I can safely say that these were the cleanest restrooms I have ever seen in a campground. Thank you!
Dennis B
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: ELK
Great location and excellent camping spots. Heavily used in the summer months.
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 |
| General |
Due to the unpredictable snow drifting you may be moved to another site at Pawnee Campground up until mid-July. |
| General |
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest |
| General |
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).
