Guanella Pass Campground
     

     Guanella Pass Campground is located about 7 miles south of Georgetown on County Road 381 at an elevation of 10,900 feet. The campground is split into two loops by the county road and South Clear Creek. There are 18 sites in the campground. Eleven are suitable for RV camping and seven are more suitable for tents. Most of the sites are in the open with some tent sites located among some spruce trees. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring or grate. The maximum vehicle length that can be accommodated is 45 feet.
     The roads through the campground are gravel. There is one water hydrant and one restroom in each loop. Both of the restrooms will accommodate disabled persons. Reservations are accepted and can be made 5 - 240 days in advance. The season for this campground normally runs from early June through mid September, depending on the weather. Check with the Forest Service for the current fees.

Features:
18 sites Maximum spur length of 45 feet
Drinking water Next to stream or lake
Two restrooms Disabled facilities
Reservations accepted Elevation: 10,900 feet 

 

Link to recreation.gov (877-444-6777)

 

Clear Creek Ranger District:    303-567-3000

Activities:
FISHING: Fishing for trout is available in South Clear Creek, Silver Dollar Lake, and Murray Lake.

HIKING: Hiking is available on the nearby Silver Dollar Lake trail.

SIGHT SEEING: Historic Georgetown is just 7 miles away. Continue driving up County Road 381 to reach Guanella Pass for breathtaking scenery.

Directions:
     Take I-70 to Georgetown. Follow the signs for Guanella Pass on County Road 381. Travel approximately 7 miles to the campground. The campground is split with campsites located on both sides of the road.

 

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