Campground · CO
Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground
CO · Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 5 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in June (6/10) and eases to its lowest in May (3/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (June), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 85 tent-only sites
- 157 RV sites
- 4 accessible sites
- Max RV length 46 ft
Activities: SKIING, SCENIC DRIVE, SNOWSHOEING, VISITOR CENTER, WILDERNESS, WILDLIFE VIEWING, CANOEING, PICNICKING, EVENING PROGRAMS, GUIDED INTERPRETIVE WALKS, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, KAYAKING, AMPHITHEATER, RANGER STATION, HORSEBACK RIDING, HIKING, CAMPING, BACKPACKING, BIKING, DAY USE AREA, MOUNTAIN CLIMBING, FISHING
How much does it cost to camp at Rocky Mountain National Park Glacier Basin Campground?
Glacier Basin Campground is a seasonal campground open from May 21 through the night of September 7, 2026. The campground will close at noon on September 8. Campground Fees (Per Site/Per Night). $35.00 for standard nonelectric sites/tent sites. $50 for small group sites (may accomodate up to 15 people). $60 for medium group sites (may accomodate 16-25 people). $70 for large group sites (may accomodate 26-40 people).
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.