Guanella Pass

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Morrison, CO, CO

Price: From $26 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (79 reviews)

Season: May through October

Guanella Pass Campground is located about 7 miles south of Georgetown on the South Fork of Clear Creek on the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway. Located at an elevation of 10,900 feet on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, visitors to the campground can also enjoy hiking and fishing in the area. The Guanella Pass Scenic and Historic Byway follows an old wagon route that linked the mining towns of Georgetown and Grant, Colorado.For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.The campgro

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/guanella-pass to be notified when sites open up.

Located at 10,900 feet on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest along the scenic Guanella Pass Byway, this campground offers trout fishing, hiking, and beautiful creek-side tent sites. Google reviews average 4.7/5 stars with campers praising the scenic beauty and natural surroundings.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, yellow-bellied marmots, American pikas, and snowshoe hares documented in the area.

Insider tips for Guanella Pass: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with only 17 sites Walk-in tent sites available (site 12 confirmed); request east loop sites like 15 for highway access Bring self-contained RV setup; no hookups available Creek runs adjacent to tent campsites for scenic water access

Skip Guanella Pass if: You need RV hookups—none are available at this campground. You're sensitive to mosquitoes—documented as present during peak season. You require year-round access—seasonal operations May through October only.

Best time to visit Guanella Pass: July-August — Within the May-October operating season with confirmed camper visits post-July 4th; note mosquitoes are active during this period.

Nearby campgrounds: Clear Lake Campground (CO), West Chicago Creek (Morrison, CO), Geneva Park Campground (S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO), Burning Bear Campground (Morrison, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Guanella Pass

Cell signal at Guanella Pass (Morrison, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Morrison, CO, CO★ 4.6 (79 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Guanella Pass Campground is located about 7 miles south of Georgetown on the South Fork of Clear Creek on the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway. Located at an elevation of 10,900 feet on the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest, visitors to the campground can also enjoy hiking and fishing in the area. The Guanella Pass Scenic and Historic Byway follows an old wagon route that linked the mining towns of Georgetown and Grant, Colorado.For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.The campground is split into two loops by the county road and South Clear Creek.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—none are available at this campground✕ You're sensitive to mosquitoes—documented as present during peak season✕ You require year-round access—seasonal operations May through October only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 17 sites

Walk-in tent sites available (site 12 confirmed); request east loop sites like 15 for highway access

Bring self-contained RV setup; no hookups available

Creek runs adjacent to tent campsites for scenic water access

Best: July-August

Within the May-October operating season with confirmed camper visits post-July 4th; note mosquitoes are active during this period

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain goats, yellow-bellied marmots, American pikas, and snowshoe hares documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From I-25 in Denver, take I-70 West to Georgetown Exit 228. Go south on County Road 381 (Guanella Pass Scenic Byway) for 9 miles. From Denver take Highway 285 to Grant. Turn right (north) on to Park County Road 62. Drive approx. 14.5 miles to the campground.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Guanella Pass cost per night?+
Guanella Pass costs $26 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Guanella Pass open?+
Guanella Pass is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Guanella Pass have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Guanella Pass?+
Guanella Pass can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Guanella Pass?+
Guanella Pass is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Guanella Pass?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Guanella Pass is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Guanella Pass open, and what are check-in times?+
Guanella Pass is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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$26 /night★ 4.6 (79)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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