Rocky Mountain National Park

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1000 US Hwy 36
Estes Park, CO 80517

Located in northern Colorado, visitors to Rocky Mountain National Park can explore over 415 square miles (265,807 acres) within the Southern Rocky Mountains. From montane meadows to subalpine forests and mountain peaks in the alpine tundra, there is something for everyone to discover.

Directions

Rocky Mountain National Park is located in northern Colorado. To visit the east side (near Estes Park, CO), follow U.S. I-25 to U.S. Hwy 34 or 36 west to Estes Park. To visit the west side of the park, follow I-70 to U.S Hwy 40 towards Granby, take US Hwy 34 east to Grand Lake, CO.

Reviews

Rocky Mountain National Park campgrounds continue to offer stunning mountain scenery, abundant wildlife, and generally clean facilities with friendly staff. Access to trails and shuttle services remains convenient. Many appreciate the private and spacious campsites, though close spacing and small sites persist in some areas. New reviews highlight great shuttle punctuality, easy park access with reservations, and the peaceful atmosphere of some secluded sites. Restrooms with flush toilets are generally clean and well maintained, and solar showers are available but require personal water containers. However, some campgrounds have seen a decline in maintenance, with dirty bathrooms, overgrown tent pads, and aging picnic tables reported. Noise disturbances from nearby developments and other campers continue to affect the experience. Campers with larger RVs may face challenges due to narrow roads and tight parking. Shade remains limited in many sites, and fire bans limit campfire enjoyment.

Stunning mountain views with abundant wildlife sightings

Clean restrooms with flush toilets and some solar shower facilities

Convenient shuttle services with punctual schedules

Friendly and helpful park staff and rangers

Quiet and secluded campsites available for privacy

Some campgrounds have maintenance issues with bathrooms and facilities declining

Noise disturbances from nearby developments and large groups

Small and closely spaced sites challenging for larger RVs

Limited shade and exposure to sun at many campsites

Complex reservation systems and occasional check-in inconvenience

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Tom N

Campground:Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground

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Reviewed 8 days ago

Ideal location within the park. It was brimming with wildlife. However, the dump station was closed.

Doug F

Campground:Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground

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Reviewed 9 days ago

This is the first time we did the first come, first served at this campground. The process was very convenient and easy. Our campsite was clean and had everything we needed. However, I could only book for one night at a time. Not sure if this is standard procedure or if I missed something when trying to book for 2 nights.

Abhinav B

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Reviewed 9 days ago

Overall a great experience.

Stephen T

Campground:Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground

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Reviewed 10 days ago

Always love being in Rocky Mountain National Park!! Beautiful scenery, watching wildlife, hiking trails, all worth the visit.

Jean-Paul A

Campground:Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground

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Reviewed 12 days ago

First, registering with the website was a breeze. Second, for our second camping with our Airstream Bambi, we had an electric site, and that was easy to use and very nice to maintain the heat in our trailer. Third, we had a dream time in the RMNP, good weather, plenty of wildlife and not a super crowd. We will use the system again, it is quite convenient.

Rachel J

Campground:Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground

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Reviewed 12 days ago

A wonderful place to stay. The staff were friendly and kind, and the campsite was beautiful.

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