Wildlife viewing and mountain sightlines draw backpackers to this hike-in site on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park. The route passes through a burn scar for much of the approach, but the campsite itself sits among live green trees that provide coverage and can be spotted from the adjacent meadow. Fresh animal tracks have been reported at night. Reservations are available, and fees run up to $36 per night. Nearby, North Inlet Backcountry Campsite — Rocky Mountain National Park offers another backcountry option roughly three miles to the south.
Description
Site is in a forested area on lower edge of meadow near creek on south side of trail. A wood sign indicates the path to the site; the path may be marked by red arrowheads on trees. Camp safely away from standing dead trees, as near as is safely possible to the silver metal arrowhead.
Respect Wildness... Practice the 7 Leave No Trace Ethics Plan ahead and prepare: Plan your trip carefully. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards and emergencies. Plan for the least experienced member of your party. Travel and camp on durable surfaces: Hike single file in the middle of the trail or side by side in areas without trails. Camp in hardened areas only, not in meadows or on vegetation. Dispose of waste properly: Pick up all spilled foods and trash. Disperse washing and cooking wastewater 70 adult steps (200 feet/60 meters) from camps and all water sources. Leave no evidence of your stay. Leave what you find: Leave plants, rocks, antlers and artifacts as you find them for others to enjoy. Minimize campfire impacts: CAMPFIRES PROHIBITED AT THIS SITE. Use portable stoves only. Respect Wildlife: Use carry-in/carry-out bear resistant food storage canister April 1 through October 31. Minimize noise. Avoid lakes and streams at dawn and dusk. Be considerate of other visitors: Respect the quality of every visitor’s experience.
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Map & DirectionsTonahutu Meadows Backcountry Campsite is located in Colorado near Rocky Mountain National Park
Coordinates
40.325505560650186 N
105.75812924084869 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 7 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 17 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 49 min from Greeley, CO
- 2 hrs 52 min from Fort Collins, CO
