Guanella Pass Scenic Byway Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

The map shows the Guanella Pass Campground north of here, but it is not listed on The Dyrt as a campground.  Nice campground with several First Come First Served sites.  Cost is ~$15 I think.  Limited facilities with manual water pump.

Currently closed, as of when we checked on Sept. 25, 2021.

Sept 2020 - I read multiple reviews that there were dispersed camping all along this stretch of road. Although this is true, there were no camping signs just about everywhere it looked like there was a good spot to pull off the road and camp. Ultimately I was able to back my SUV into a spot and make due for a couple of nights. Unfortunately there was a statewide fire ban which sucked so be sure to check on that before you go or be ok without. I was about a 1/4 of mile or so north of the Silver dollar Lake and Murray Lake trail (5/5👍). Right around that point is where I started to loose cell service. Overall this was a fairly good spot due to how close and easy it was to pop into Georgetown for supplies and the closeness to both the Mt Bierstadt Trail and the one mentioned above.

Guanella pass was built with various dispersed camping sites. However, this past winter, city officials banned all dispersed camping.

There are two campgrounds you can use, but if you’re looking for dispersed camping this place is no longer an option.

So sad to see this change. This was my favorite location.

Limited number of tent sites, which is wonderful, for privacy and enjoying peace and nature! Camp hosts were wonderful.

The perfect spot to camp before climbing Mt Bierstadt! The main two campgrounds by the trailhead, one you hit coming up from Georgetown, the other closer to the trailhead fill up fast.

This year we noticed new signs not allowing car camping that were not there in 2017. It's all good if you hike in 1/4 mile though, there are a couple you can do that, but a lot back up to water. Overall beautiful place and easy drive.

Heeling . Plenty of spots also abandoned mine at the top.

Easily one of my top favorite areas to camp for the scenery, hiking, and it’s free! There are tons of spots on the right and left side of the road to park and walk your campsite in. It does get a little windy through the Pass and afternoon storm clouds are common: I always bring a tarp for this place just in case. It is very shaded and full of trees wherever you end up. There is also a creek running through some of the sites if you can find them. Get up early and hike Mt Bierstadt or Silver Dollar Lake! Recommendation for dinner would be over the fire or back into town -The margaritas in Georgetown at Lucha are so tasty and the 7 different salsas are a must have app!