What are the hours and season for Pawnee?

Pawnee is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

What amenities does Pawnee have?

Pawnee amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing. Hookups: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs..

How do I book a campsite at Pawnee?

Pawnee is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Pawnee"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/pawnee to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Pawnee

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

Morrison, CO4.6 (247)

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Pawnee Campground is located in the Brainard Lake Recreation Area, off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, 35 miles south of Estes Park and the main entrance to the Rocky Mountain National Park. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing, canoeing and hiking opportunities.For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.The campground offers several single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.The campground lies at the foot of the Continental Divide, next to 25-acre Brainard Lake and the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area at an elevation of 10,350 feet.

Things to do nearby

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NBrainard LakeRocky Mountain National Park

Best For

AnglersHikersBoatersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Pawnee cost per night?+

Pawnee costs $29–$58 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Pawnee open?+

Pawnee is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Pawnee have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Pawnee?+

Pawnee can accommodate RVs up to 100 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Pawnee?+

Pawnee is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Pawnee from the nearest town?+

Pawnee is located in Morrison, CO. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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