Peaceful Valley

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG — fishing, hiking

Location: Morrison, CO, CO

Price: From $18.75 per night

Price range: $18.75–$37.5 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (84 reviews)

Season: May through October

Peaceful Valley Campground is situated in a glacial valley, on the banks of the Middle Saint Vrain Creek at an elevation of 8,500 feet in northern Colorado. The campground has some conifer trees with open grassy areas.The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Saint Vrain Creek in the mostly flat, glacial Peaceful Valley. A mixed conifer and aspen forest covers the area.Rocky Mountain National Parkâ??s main entrance is 24 miles north in Estes Park.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Peaceful Valley sits on the banks of Middle Saint Vrain Creek at 8,500 feet in a glacial valley with conifer trees and open grassy areas. The campground offers fly-fishing for rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout, plus nearby hiking and biking trails including Sourdough and Buchanan Pass Trails.

Wildlife alert: North American River Otter, Moose, and American Black Bear present within 8km. Also Snowshoe Hare, Fremont's Squirrel, Wild Turkey, Mountain Bluebird, Northern Shrike, and Band-tailed Pigeon.

Insider tips for Peaceful Valley: Site #1 is close to the water and highly favored by campers. Sites 1-9 are reservation-only at recreation.gov; book early as this is a federal campground. Camp hosts (Ronnie, Preach) reported as knowledgeable and kind by recent guests.

Skip Peaceful Valley if: You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups and are only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You prefer spontaneous camping — book early and plan ahead for this popular federal campground.. You dislike close site spacing — campers note sites are fairly close together..

Best time to visit Peaceful Valley: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Camp Dick (Morrison, CO), Pawnee (Morrison, CO), Olive Ridge (Morrison, CO), Meeker Park Overflow Campground (CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Peaceful Valley

Cell signal at Peaceful Valley (Morrison, CO): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

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★ 4.7 (84 reviews)From $18.75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Peaceful Valley Campground is situated in a glacial valley, on the banks of the Middle Saint Vrain Creek at an elevation of 8,500 feet in northern Colorado. The campground has some conifer trees with open grassy areas.The campground is situated on the banks of the Middle Saint Vrain Creek in the mostly flat, glacial Peaceful Valley. A mixed conifer and aspen forest covers the area.Rocky Mountain National Parkâ??s main entrance is 24 miles north in Estes Park.

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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.
ADA sites10 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
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Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
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 — most sites have no hookups and are only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You prefer spontaneous camping — book early and plan ahead for this popular federal campground.✕ You dislike close site spacing — campers note sites are fairly close together.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Site #1 is close to the water and highly favored by campers.

Sites 1-9 are reservation-only at recreation.gov; book early as this is a federal campground.

Camp hosts (Ronnie, Preach) reported as knowledgeable and kind by recent guests.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: North American River Otter, Moose, and American Black Bear present within 8km. Also Snowshoe Hare, Fremont's Squirrel, Wild Turkey, Mountain Bluebird, Northern Shrike, and Band-tailed Pigeon.

Location

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Getting there →

From Denver, go north on Interstate 25 to U.S. Highway 36 west. Continue on U.S. 36 through Boulder to Lyons. Take Colorado Highway 7 and go approximately 12 miles, then Colorado Highway 72 for approximately 4 miles.

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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 Peaceful Valley cost per night?+
Peaceful Valley costs $18.75–$37.5 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Peaceful Valley open?+
Peaceful Valley is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Peaceful Valley have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Peaceful Valley?+
Peaceful Valley can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Peaceful Valley?+
Peaceful Valley 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 Peaceful Valley?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Peaceful Valley is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Peaceful Valley open, and what are check-in times?+
Peaceful Valley is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$18.75 /night★ 4.7 (84)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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