Guanella Pass

I absolutely love this campground. There are two loops on either side of the main road and I recommend the one by the creek. There are 4 sites that are down by the creek in the trees that are walk-in only but have the most space between them and are right on the creek. They are my favorite spots on site.

There are pit toilets available that are well maintained and there is water access. There is also a dumpster for trash. This site is better for large rigs too. There are multiple sites where you can easily back right in.

It is really quiet at night and the creek gives off a beautiful white noise for those that are close to it. This campground is very busy during the weekends in Colorado but you can most likely find a spot any day during the week.

This area is an absolutely gorgeous forest setting and is totally what you might have imagined for a Colorado camping experience. Easy access to the Bierstadt trail if you are a 14er hiker and a really fun road bike route up and down Guanella Pass. You are also less than 20 mins from Georgetown so it is also a good spot for you to have a basecamp.

We parked our sprinter here for a couple of weeks while Climbing in the alpine Great campground for All types .

Very lovely area to camp. Camping areas are not so far out that you feel lost in the woods, camping amongst others at a good enough distance to feel safe in the area you are in. Just a short hike either way and you're by the river.

Many dispersed camping sites. So No facilities. Lots of trees. Some spots right by river! Absolutely beautiful! Can sometimes be crowded. Road can be treacherous and hurt my car. Lots of construction going on Guanella pass and Clear Lake Campground this year. Clear Creek closed for 2019.

pick one of the sites with the stream running beside it, it’s way worth it!!!

This site has been officially closed due to overuse and understaffing. Great campsite when it isn't closed and one of my favorites in Colorado.

Beautiful, open, primitive sites with a water feature

This is a great place right off the interstate and through a cute little town! Close hikes near by including one of Colorado’s 14ers.

we did some dispersed camping. it was quiet, serene, and gorgeous. The temperature dropped a bit more than we anticipated but stuck it out. I can't wait for it to warm up some more to try it again.

Guanella pass was my families favorite place to camp for years. We finally had to stop going due to the road through the campground was rotted out due to water and drainage. You almost needed a four wheel drive just to drive through the campground. We stayed in our trailer in site 17 and then in tent sites 11 and 12 which were down by the river. If they ever fix the road we will be back.

I would definitely recommend camping here if you're looking to camp somewhat close to Denver. There are a lot of dispersed sites to choose from while driving Guanella Pass that I was able to be picky. I found an excellent spot right along the creek with a mountain view. Everything about the campsite was serene and it was the perfect setting to throw back some beers and build a fire. The only reason I did not give this area 5 stars is because the sites are close to the road. There wasn't much traffic that I could hear, I just enjoy letting my dog off-leash and was too nervous to do so. Most of the dispersed areas start after the first actual "campsite" and have little pull-offs for your car. I saw sites with 4 cars and multiple tents and others with just one car and one tent, this area has a site for all. Hope this helps someone decide to camp here, enjoy!!!!

Guanella pass has great dispersed camping near Denver. There's a few sites beside the road but those fill up quickly. If you've got a high clearance 4x4 vehicle, turn onto Leavenworth Creek Rd (352) from Guanella Pass. Drive about 3 miles and you'll be in a valley. There's a road you can turn left on in the valley that goes through the creek. After you drive through the creek the road goes up and there are some switchbacks. There are multiple dispersed campsites back there with fire rings. Overall, awesome dispersed camping and 4x4 roads. We saw a moose!

We LOVED Guanella Pass Campground! It was surrounded by beauty that was breathtaking! But make sure you bring bug spray. The mosquitoes are out in full force and they're huge!

Other than the mosquitoes, we have no complaints. Our site was near a creek that was fun to explore and the woods all around also held adventure. The campground was very clean and well-kept. The byway is pretty close but you couldn't see or hear much from it because of all the trees and brush and the creek. The wildflowers were gorgeous and the views just stunning.

We have this on our list of places to camp again!

Turned off Guanella Pass and did dispersed camping. Found a great spot near the stream. Saw a moose run along the stream. Loved camping up there! So peaceful and beautiful!

Camp here to hike one of Colorado's most climbed 14ers, Mt. BIERSTADT. This pass can get CROWDED so plan to leave Denver early on a Friday.

Guanella Pass is a great place to pull over and set up your tent if you're hiking off of the pass (Mt. Bierstadt, etc) or are heading through Georgetown and looking for a place to camp for free! In the late summer nights most easily accessible sites will be snagged but you can always park and walk up or down the hill to find a spot. Looking in the dark is tough, try to arrive before nightfall!

There are some excellent trails starting very close to the campground, many going along the continental divide. This is a small campground that will fill up nearly every day since it’s so beautiful here all year. You can reserve in advance; do so if possible. Water and vault toilets are provided, you can buy firewood, and the site is nice and basic. Sites are pretty private thanks to underbrush and the little creek adds a lot to the charm of this campsite.

Whether you've got a 2-person tent or a whole corral, plenty of options here and all with great views. Watch for drainage flow paths during spring so that you don't wake up in a temporary river or mud bog. Other than that enjoy the short drive from denver, fantastic hikes at all skills levels nearby and of course chilling in Georgetown!

I camped here for the night and hiked square top lakes early the next morning. Absolutely beautiful. Highly suggest going around wild flower season.