Kenosha Pass Campground

PSICC — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Morrison, CO, CO

Price: From $28 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (77 reviews)

Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day

Kenosha Pass Campground is a small, conveniently-located campground heralded by backpackers on the Colorado Trail and by those looking for a scenic, mountain family getaway. Across the road from the campground entrance is the Kenosha Pass Interpretive Area, with an accessible interpretive trail showcasing wetlands and remnants of the South Park and Pacific Railroad. Kenosha Pass, the campground’s namesake, is one of the nation’s highest mountain passes, weaving over the spine of the Front Range

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/kenosha-pass-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Small, scenic mountain campground popular with backpackers on the Colorado Trail and families seeking a mountain getaway. Located at one of the nation's highest mountain passes with an interpretive area across the road featuring wetlands and historic railroad remnants.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Bighorn Sheep, American Pika, Pronghorn, and Black Bear present in the area. Brown-capped Rosy-Finch, Mallard, and Mountain Bluebird also documented.

Insider tips for Kenosha Pass Campground: Book early as a federal campground with high demand Sites 8 and similar level sites accommodate 15-foot trailers; site 7 reported as not ideal for trailers Dispersed camping available on Forest Service roads off Highway 285 near the trailhead with high-clearance vehicle recommended

Skip Kenosha Pass Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You visit outside Memorial Day through Labor Day — seasonal operations only. You require level, spacious sites — many sites are not level or large.

Best time to visit Kenosha Pass Campground: Memorial Day Weekend — Campground opens Memorial Day and campers report easy access from Denver; popular time for reservations. Summer — Operating season runs Memorial Day through Labor Day with full amenities and services available.

Nearby campgrounds: Kenosha East (Grant, CO), Timberline Campground (S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO), Aspen (Co) (Lake George, CO), Lodgepole (Jefferson Lake, Fairplay Colorado) (Lake George, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Kenosha Pass Campground

Cell signal at Kenosha Pass Campground (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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Kenosha Pass Campground

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Morrison, CO, CO★ 4.3 (77 reviews)From $28/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Kenosha Pass Campground is a small, conveniently-located campground heralded by backpackers on the Colorado Trail and by those looking for a scenic, mountain family getaway. Across the road from the campground entrance is the Kenosha Pass Interpretive Area, with an accessible interpretive trail showcasing wetlands and remnants of the South Park and Pacific Railroad. Kenosha Pass, the campground’s namesake, is one of the nation’s highest mountain passes, weaving over the spine of the Front Range from Jefferson to Grant.

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Verified facts

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Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Stay limit14 days
Max RV55 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
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 — no hookups available at most sites; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside Memorial Day through Labor Day — seasonal operations only✕ You require level, spacious sites — many sites are not level or large

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as a federal campground with high demand

Sites 8 and similar level sites accommodate 15-foot trailers; site 7 reported as not ideal for trailers

Dispersed camping available on Forest Service roads off Highway 285 near the trailhead with high-clearance vehicle recommended

Best: Memorial Day Weekend

Campground opens Memorial Day and campers report easy access from Denver; popular time for reservations

Best: Summer

Operating season runs Memorial Day through Labor Day with full amenities and services available

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
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: Moose, Bighorn Sheep, American Pika, Pronghorn, and Black Bear present in the area. Brown-capped Rosy-Finch, Mallard, and Mountain Bluebird also documented.

Location

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Getting there →

From Denver, travel south on Highway 285 through Pine Junction and Bailey. Continue 17.5 miles past Bailey on Highway 285 to Kenosha Pass Campground at the summit of Kenosha Pass. The campground is on the right side of the highway.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — PSICC fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at PSICC before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Kenosha Pass Campground cost per night?+
Kenosha Pass Campground costs $28 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Kenosha Pass Campground open?+
Kenosha Pass Campground is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Kenosha Pass Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Kenosha Pass Campground?+
Kenosha Pass Campground can accommodate RVs up to 55 feet.
How do I make reservations at Kenosha Pass Campground?+
Kenosha Pass Campground 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 Kenosha Pass Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Kenosha Pass Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Kenosha Pass Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Kenosha Pass Campground is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$28 /night★ 4.3 (77)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Kenosha East

Grant, CO

From $24/night

Timberline Campground

S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO

From $27/night

Aspen (Co)

Lake George, CO

From $24/night

Lodgepole (Jefferson Lake, Fairplay Colorado)

Lake George, CO

From $24/night

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