Geneva Park Campground
At an elevation of 9,813 feet, Geneva Park Campground offers cooler temperatures during the hottest of summer months. Along the Guanella Pass Scenic Byway, this campground is near prime spots for wildlife viewing, scenic driving, landscape photography, hiking and accessing roads open to off-highway vehicles.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 19 |
| Tent-only | 7 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
26 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tent only | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | |
| 2 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | |
| 3 | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | |
| 4 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 6 | Tent only | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 8 | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | |
| 9 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 32 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Geneva park has 26 campsites to accommodate both RV and tent camping. Vault toilets, picnic tables and grills are provided. Parking aprons are dirt and the interior road may be rough and bumpy.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day Weekend |
| Forest | Pike-San Isabel National Forests |
| Booking | Phone 877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov at least 4 days in advance. Friday and Saturday night minimum required stay on weekends. Three nights minimum on holiday weekends. |
| Fees | $27.00 fee per site for overnight camping. Two (2) vehicles or one (1) RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle. $11.00 fee for day use if not camping overnight. Fees are payable by cash, check or money order. |
| Rules | The following restrictions apply to this campground: Maximum 8 persons per site, 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle. Dogs must be leashed at all times. No discharge of firearms or fireworks. Only licensed vehicles can operate inside campground. Camping is NOT ALLOWED behind a LOCKED GATE. |
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Getting there
From Denver, travel south on Highway 285 through Pine Junction and Bailey. Continue on Highway 285 to the town of Grant, turn right on Park County Road 62 (Geneva Rd) and continue for approximately 5 miles. Make a left on Forest Road 119; the campground will be on your left.
| Nearest town | S.Platte Ranger Dist, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 39.5272° N, 105.7283° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHarris Park Broadcast Rx
12 mi from the campground · 390 acres
- PrescribedO'Brien 2 Broadcast Rx
42 mi from the campground · 267 acres
- WildfireWillow
43 mi from the campground · 7,359 acres · 92% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Arapahoe Basin Base Lodge ↗ | 11 mi |
| Dump station | Dump Station ↗ | 28.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 31.7 mi |
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Geneva Park Campground - Pike National Forest
Worth a stop
The drive down Highway 126 from Pine Junction affords magnificent views of the valleys below. Pikes Peak can be seen in the distance and other prominent rock formations present themselves throughout the scenic drive.
- 5.5 miSilver Dollar Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5.6 miGibson Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.6 miClear Lake Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 9.8 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miKirby Gulch2.2 mi trail · bike, snowshoe, ski
- 1 miBuno/Kirby Connector0.9 mi trail · bike, snowshoe, ski
- 1 miBuno Connector0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miBuno Gulch1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miAbyss Lake ↗8.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.5 miBurning Bear ↗5.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1.5 miBurning Bear East Trailhead ↗Pike-San Isabel National Forests · Season Open year round
- 2.9 miShelf Lake Trailhead ↗Pike-San Isabel National Forests
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
Mount Evans Wilderness begins about 0.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.7 miMount Evans Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 73,416 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
The campground sits in a dense stand of lodgepole pine, which limits mountain views. Sites are nicely separated to provide privacy. The Geneva Creek flows past the campground entrance. Pikes Peak is about 67 miles south and is heralded as the easternmost mountain peak over 14,000 feet in the United States.
Recreation
Mount Evans Wilderness is directly east of the campground and the Abyss Trailhead, sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail, is a short drive south of the campground. Burning Bear Trail, just 2 miles south of the campground, is a wonderful trail for hiking and horseback riding.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Geneva Park Campground?
Sites at Geneva Park Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Phone 877-444-6777 or visit www.recreation.gov at least 4 days in advance. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Geneva Park Campground?
$27.00 fee per site for overnight camping. Two (2) vehicles or one (1) RV per site is included in the camping fee. $11.00 for a third vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Geneva Park Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Geneva Park Campground?
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Geneva Park Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day Weekend.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Geneva Park Campground have?
26 sites, including 19 standard sites without power and 7 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Geneva Park Campground?
The longest site here provides 32 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
Are pets allowed at Geneva Park Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Geneva Park Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Geneva Park Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. The following restrictions apply to this campground: Maximum 8 persons per site, 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Geneva Park Campground?
Mount Evans Wilderness is directly east of the campground and the Abyss Trailhead, sometimes referred to as the Scott Gomer Trail, is a short drive south of the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Geneva Park Campground?
S.Platte Ranger Dist, Colorado. The drive down Highway 126 from Pine Junction affords magnificent views of the valleys below.
Source: Getting there
What if Geneva Park Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Burning Bear Campground (1.3 mi), Handcart (4.9 mi, first-come), and Hall Valley (5.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby