Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground
Moraine Park Campground is located on the east side of Rocky Mountain National Park, overlooking Moraine Park. To access the campground, enter RMNP via Beaver Meadows, Fall River or Grand Lake Entrances and follow signs to Bear Lake Road. Drive up Bear Lake Road approximately 2 miles and turn left onto Moraine Park Campground Road. Any sites that are open are listed as "A" for available; this means those campsites are available to be reserved. Any campsite listed as “NR” has Not Yet Released; this means that those campsites are not yet available to be reserved. What Size of RV or Trailer Can Moraine Park Campground Accommodate?
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 190 |
| Standard with electric | 45 |
| tent only electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 22 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
236 sites in 5 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A001 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| A002 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| A003 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| A004 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| A005 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| A006 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| A007 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| A008 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| A009 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| A010 | A Loop | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | During the summer camping season, all campsites are available by reservation only and can be reserved via Recreation.gov. Any sites that are open are listed as "A" for available; this means those campsites are available to be reserved. |
| Accessibility | Sites A005, A009, A010, A039 and 15 more are listed accessible |
Moraine Park Campground has campsites for tents and RVs. Many campsites in loops B and C have electric hookups. Water and sewer hookups are not available. There are a number of walk-in tent sites throughout the campground. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, fire ring with grate, and a food storage box. All tent sites have a designated tent pad. Tents must be set up on the tent pad or parking area. They cannot be set up on vegetation. Some campsites designed for RVs do not have a tent pad. The roads inside Moraine Park Campground are paved. All campsites either have dirt parking spaces or concrete parking pads. Flush toilets and drinking water are available. There are two solar shower facilities inside the campground. There is a shuttle stop inside the campground for the park’s free shuttle bus. The shuttle system provides easy access to many trailheads and scenic destinations located throughout the Bear Lake Road Corridor. The Moraine Park Campground outdoor amphitheater is located near the entrance to Loop C. Free campground programs are available throughout the season.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
To get to Moraine Park Campground, enter Rocky Mountain National Park via Beaver Meadows, Fall River or Grand Lake Entrances and follow signs to Bear Lake Road. Drive up Bear Lake Road approximately 2 miles and turn left onto Moraine Park Campground Road. If traveling from the west side of RMNP, you will need to drive over Trail Ridge Road/U.S.
| Nearest town | Estes Park, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 40.3625° N, 105.6019° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- During the summer camping season, all campsites are available by reservation only and can be reserved via Recreation.gov.
- Campers must provide their own solar shower bags – water is not available in the shower stalls.
Charges and cancellations
Please refer to Rules and Reservation Policies for information on changes and/or cancellations.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedMagic Feather Broadcast Rx
27 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Kirks Mountain Adventures ↗ | 4.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Manhattan RV & Trailer ↗ | 28 mi |
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Worth a stop
The town of Estes Park is a short drive from the campground, located outside of RMNP’s Beaver Meadows and Fall River Entrances. Dining, shopping, rafting, fly fishing, horseback riding, and golfing opportunities await. Lake Estes offers opportunities for boating and fishing.
- 2.1 miInformation Office ↗Visitor center
- 2.2 miWilderness Office ↗Visitor center
- 10.8 miDunraven Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 11.8 miBig Thompson River Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 12 miBright Extension Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.4 miLong Draw #1 Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 4.4 miLily Mountain2 mi trail · hiking
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Rocky Mountain National Park Wilderness.
- inRocky Mountain National Park Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 249,126 acres
- 9.9 miComanche Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 68,025 acres
- 13.5 miIndian Peaks Wilderness ↗Wilderness · FS/NPS · 77,932 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
A pleasant mix of Douglas fir, lodgepole pine, ponderosa pine and the occasional Engelmann spruce forests the campground, offering partial shade in this open area. Grasses, shrubs and seasonal wildflowers fill the open meadows. Wildlife is plentiful in the park; mule deer and the majestic Rocky Mountain elk are the most commonly seen. Black bear, coyote, bighorn sheep and moose inhabit the region as well, but can be harder to stumble upon.
Recreation
There is something for everyone to enjoy in Rocky Mountain National Park! The park has over 350 miles of hiking trails that range from flat lakeside strolls to steep mountain climbs. One of the most popular activities in the park is wildlife viewing. The park offers great opportunities for fishing and bird watching. There are also excellent wildlife viewing opportunities to see elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, many small mammals, and more! Rocky Mountain National Park offers some unforgettable scenic views. Enjoy three distinct life zones: the montane, subalpine, and alpine. Over 1/3 of the park is located in alpine tundra. Enjoy scenic drives along Trail Ridge Road and Old Fall River Road. Interested to learn more? Check out one of the park's Ranger-led walks, talks or programs! A wide variety of opportunities are available all summer long.
Guidebooks for Rocky Mountain National Park
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- Guide to the Geology of Rocky Mountain National Park, ColoradoCarol Wegemann, 2023Find at Bookshop.org
- Fly Fishing Guide to Rocky Mountain National ParkSteven Schweitzer and Rick Takahashi, 2023Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
Sites at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
During the summer camping season, all campsites are available by reservation only and can be reserved via Recreation.gov. Any sites that are open are listed as "A" for available; this means those campsites are available to be reserved.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground have?
258 sites, including 190 standard sites without power, 45 standard sites with power, and 1 tent only electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
Flush toilets and drinking water are available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
Sites A005, A009, A010, and A039 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 19 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Rocky Mountain National Park Moraine Park Campground?
There is something for everyone to enjoy in Rocky Mountain National Park! The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation