Guanella Pass
Closed — Closed for the winter season. The campground typically closes around December 1st and reopens around Memorial Day weekend in late May. The Guanella Pass Road is seasonally closed during winter.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
Occupancy and Use Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the public health and safety in the Rocky Mountain Region. This Order is supplemental to and does not rescind or replace those restrictions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A, or any Forest Supervisor Order issued under 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart B.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Fire Restrictions
There are currently no fire restrictions in place on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland.
Area Closure Surrounding the Devils Nose Target Range
Safety closure surrounding developed shooting target range.
Permanent Recreational Shooting Order
Permanent recreational shooting order for the Canyon Lakes, Clear Creek, and SulphurRanger Districts of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee NationalGrassland, described in the Forest Order detail below.
Weed Free Forage Products Order
Places restrictions on possessing, storing, or transporting any hay, hay cubes, straw, grain, or other forage or mulch product in the restricted locations
NFS Road 500 Motor Vehicle Prohibition
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the Described Road
Cave Closure and Restrictions
Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes WNS and to protect bat species during critical biological periods
Bear-Resistant Food Storage Required
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the risk of adverse interactions between bears and humans, protecting wildlife and public health and safety
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland Occupancy and Use
Order covering prohibitions on multiple topics including camping, campfires, dog leash requirements, and more
Forest Camping Stay Limit
Order prohibiting camping for more than 14 days in a 30-day period or more than 30 days in a 365-day period
Winiger Ridge/68J Designated Dispersed Camping Order
Camping, parking, and fire restrictions within the described area, roads, and trails
Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses Restrictions
Restriction in Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses
Rainbow Lakes Road and Ceran Saint Vrain No Camping Order
Camping and parking prohibitions within the restricted area
Maxwell Falls and Cub Creek Occupancy and Use Restrictions
Restrictions on occupancy and use in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger District Shooting Restrictions
Shooting restrictions for Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Lookout Tower Road Closure
Restrictions on going into or being upon the National Forest System Road and Lands in the Restricted Road/Area
BRD/CLRD Flood Area Closures
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety due to flood damage
Flood Related Shooting Closure
Prohibitions on discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Areas
Barbour Fork/Soda Creek Road
Area closure of a portion of Soda Creek Road and the Barbour Fork Trailhead to dispersed camping, fires and use after sundown or before sunrise
Closure of Portion of Forest System Road 96 (east of Baker Draw Designated Shooting Area)
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the restricted road
West Chicago/Hefferman Gulch - Camping/Fires Closure
Restrictions on camping and campfires in the restricted areas
Road and Area Closure around Baker Draw Designated Shooting Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the Restricted Area and being on the Restricted Roads.
Canyon Lakes Developed Trail Restrictions
Travel restrictions on developed trails in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes Occupancy & Use Restrictions
Restrictions on camping, fires, and boating in the restricted area
South Nederland Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Area
Pawnee Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the restricted area
Motor Vehicle Travel at Loveland & Berthoud Pass Ski Areas
Vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Motor Vehicle Travel and Developed Trails
Restrictions that apply to motor vehicle travel and developed trail use
Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area
Prohibited acts in the Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area within the Pawnee National Grassland
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) & (b), the following Act is prohibited within all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountian Region, Forest Service, U. S.
Arapaho National Recreation Area
Occupancy and use restrictions for Arapaho National Recreation Area
Ram’s Horn Closure
Prohibitions on going into or being upon the area commonly known as Ram's Horn between April 1 and July 30, of each year.
Boating Restrictions
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland until further notice: 1.
About
Guanella Pass Campground is situated at 10,900 feet elevation on the Arapaho National Forest, approximately 7 miles south of Georgetown along the historic Guanella Pass Scenic Byway. The byway follows an old wagon route that once linked the mining towns of Georgetown and Grant. The campground is divided into two loops separated by the county road and the South Fork of Clear Creek, offering a total of 18 sites. Eleven sites accommodate RVs with parking spurs ranging from 20 to 45 feet, while seven sites are better suited for tent camping among spruce trees. Most sites are in open terrain, so cold nights should be expected at this high elevation. Each site includes a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring, and charcoal grill. The facility provides hand pumps with potable water, vault toilets, and trash dumpsters, but there are no electric, water, or sewer hookups. Large RVs are not recommended on the narrow byway. Nearby recreation includes trout fishing on the South Fork of Clear Creek and hiking the Silver Dollar Lake Trail, which climbs above treeline to a scenic alpine lake. The historic town of Georgetown and several ghost towns in the region offer additional exploration opportunities.
Directions
From Denver, take I-70 West to Georgetown Exit 228. Go south on County Road 381 (Guanella Pass Scenic Byway) for 9 miles to the campground. Alternatively, from Denver take Highway 285 to Grant, turn right (north) onto Park County Road 62, and drive approximately 14.5 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (801) 226-3564 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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