Timberline Campground
PSICC — fishing, hiking
Location: S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, CO, CO
Price: From $27 per night
Price range: $27–$54 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (28 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Timberline Campground, near Kenosha Pass, is about 7 miles southwest of the small town of Grant. The abundance of aspens at the site creates impressive fall scenery along the forested hillside. Wildlife in the area includes golden eagles, elk, mule deer, moose, chipmunks and porcupines.No drinking water is available and the roads through the campground are dirt and gravel.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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Timberline Campground near Kenosha Pass offers impressive fall aspen scenery and abundant recreation with the Colorado Trail located within one mile for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Real campers praise the beautiful scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities, including moose sightings.
Wildlife alert: Moose, pronghorn, American pika, and various bird species including mountain bluebirds documented in the area. Golden eagles, elk, and mule deer also reported.
Insider tips for Timberline Campground: Fill fresh water tank before arrival; no water available at campground and nearby hand pump options are limited Firewood is available for sale on-site Colorado Trail is a short driving distance if the rough road to campground is a concern
Skip Timberline Campground if: You need RV hookups; no hookups available and only suitable for self-contained RVs. You have a large or low-clearance RV; access road is rough and not ideal for trailers. You cannot book in advance; federal campground requires early booking due to popularity.
Best time to visit Timberline Campground: September-October — Abundance of aspens create impressive fall scenery along the forested hillside. May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October.
Nearby campgrounds: Kenosha East (Grant, CO), Kenosha Pass Campground (Morrison, CO), Handcart (Grant, CO), Hall Valley (Grant, CO).
Cell Phone Coverage at Timberline Campground
Cell signal at Timberline Campground (S.PLATTE RANGER DIST, 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.
The Timberline Campground, near Kenosha Pass, is about 7 miles southwest of the small town of Grant. The abundance of aspens at the site creates impressive fall scenery along the forested hillside. Wildlife in the area includes golden eagles, elk, mule deer, moose, chipmunks and porcupines.No drinking water is available and the roads through the campground are dirt and gravel.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryFill fresh water tank before arrival; no water available at campground and nearby hand pump options are limited
Firewood is available for sale on-site
Colorado Trail is a short driving distance if the rough road to campground is a concern
Abundance of aspens create impressive fall scenery along the forested hillside
Campground operates seasonally May through October
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Denver, Colorado, take Highway 285 southwest to Park County Rd. 58. Turn right at County Rd. 58 and follow road to Forest Road 125. Turn right and follow road about 0.5 miles to the campground entrance.
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- 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.
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