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
elizabeth g
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: ELK
beautiful! with great access!
Will L
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: MOOSE
My daughter and I had a great time at Pawnee. The campground and facilities were great. The close by hiking is breathtaking.
Joshua P
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: MOOSE
Great location for viewing some of the best mountain settings in the Rocky Mountains. Very nice jumping off spot to great hiking trails, like the one up to Blue Lake. The trails up are all strenuous, however there are a few shorter trails around the lower lakes and surrounding area that also are nice for getting out in nature.
Jerome S
VerifiedJanuary 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: MOOSE
It was a great experience camping at Pawnee. The grounds were clean and beautiful. There are only two things I'd like to add. The bathroom did smell pretty bad in the mornings. Secondly, and this is probably a good thing, that there was no cell coverage on top of the mountain. I had to go down to Boulder to send/receive texts/calls.
Amanda B
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: ELK
Great campground if you can get a spot! It’s full but that’s expected and Brainard is large enough that it doesn’t feel so busy. Great experience ;)
Harley B
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: ELK
My overall experience was very good. The campground was nice and accommodated my 38 foot 5th wheel. My only negative was that even though I kept my dog on a leash (which was a retractable lease) I was told that I had to have a leash no longer than 5 feet. This seems a bit too restrictive.
Kirk R
VerifiedDecember 18, 2019 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: MOOSE
Hands down, the most beautiful campsite we've ever stayed at. Absolutely breathtaking vistas. Dress/pack warm though. We were there July 6th and it was close to freezing at night.
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. |
| 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. |
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Check for hunting season dates. https://cpw.state.co.us/thingstodo/Pages/HuntingSeasonDatesAndFees.aspx |
| General |
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).
