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Columbine Campground in Colorado
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Columbine Campground

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG, Colorado

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As of October 2026, Columbine Campground is a campground in Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Colorado with 28 campsites. Columbine Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Columbine Campground is located at 39.8148ยฐ N, 105.5518ยฐ W.
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Columbine Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply
  • Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
  • Maximum reservations at once: 4 reservations
  • Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival

Published by Recreation.gov for Columbine Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Columbine Campground

  • Standard 25
  • Tent 3

What an RV fits

  • 25 ft3 sites
  • 30 ft5 sites
  • 35 ft5 sites
  • 40 ft4 sites
  • 45 ft6 sites
  • 50 ft2 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain ยท Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, photography, stargazing, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Columbine Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the COLU loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
001Standard845 ft
002Standard840 ft
004Standard835 ft
005Standard825 ft
006Standard835 ft
007Standard825 ft
008Standard845 ft
009Standard825 ft
010Standard830 ft
011Standard830 ft
012Standard845 ft
013Standard840 ft
014Standard835 ft
015Standard840 ft
SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
016Standard850 ft
017Standard830 ft
018Standard840 ft
019Standard835 ft
020Standard845 ft
021Standard830 ft
022Standard835 ft
023Standard845 ft
024Standard845 ft
025Standard830 ft
026Standard850 ft
027Tent8-
028Tent8-
029Tent8-

About Columbine Campground

Overview

Columbine Campground is located just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway/Highway 119, west of Denver, in north central Colorado. This campground is popular with off-road enthusiasts and many jeep roads can be reached from the campground.

Recreation

Many hiking and biking trails are found nearby. Scenic driving is available along Highways 119 and 72, which is also known as the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway. Numerous creeks, rivers and lakes in the area provide fishing opportunities. Off-road enthusiasts will find many jeep roads in the vicinity.

Facilities

This campground has 46 sites on two loops. Five of these sites are suitable for tents only; the others are suitable for both RV and/or tents. Each site has a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. Other amenities include: vault toilets, water spigots and trash service. Bundled firewood is for sale by the onsite campground manager. RV units are not permitted to fill tanks from the water spigots. All of the sites are non-electric.

Natural Features

The campground's two loops are situated in a grove of aspen and lodgepole pine, at an elevation of 9,200 feet.

Highway 279 is gravel to the campground and the interior campground road is dirt.

Due to the mountain pine beetle infestation and removal of hazardous trees, there may be little to no shade available in the campground.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (530) 529-0578.

Nearby Attractions

The historic mining town of Central City is nearby. Popular events there include Lou Bunch Day and the Central City Opera and Jazz festivals.

Golden Gate Canyon State Park is a short drive from the campground. This scenic park offers over 35 miles of hiking trails. Mountain biking and horseback riding are allowed on some trails. Every stream and pond in the park is open to fishing.

Charges & Cancellations

A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov or by calling the call center at 1-877-444-6777 PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Rules and notices at Columbine Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Columbine Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

RV water connections are not available. Utility hookups are not available.

This is bear country! For bear and human safety, keep a clean campsite and do not place food or other attractants in your tent. For more information about visiting bear country, contact Colorado Parks and Wildlife at http://wildlife.state.co.us

Limited first-come, first-served sites are available during and outside the reservation season

https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/arp for more information on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

You must stay on the site you reserved. This is a busy place and site swapping is not allowed.

All campsites must be occupied within 26 hours of the beginning of the reservation. If not present the site will be rented by first come first serve basis.

EXTRA VEHICLE FEES: One vehicle is included in your reservation. Any additional vehicles will be charged $8.00 per vehicle per night and will be collected by the camp host if you did not pay for the Extra Vehicle Add On. One vehicle consists of one camper being towed by vehicle, or any other vehicle towed behind camper. One van or one truck with camper attached counts as one vehicle. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur at your site.

Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed.

RVs, trailers or other vehicles must fit on the parking spur. The parking length ranges from 25 to 55 feet. Driving or parking off road is not permitted.

Pets must be on a handheld leash at all times.

Modifications for this campground must be made through Recreation.gov PRIOR to your reservation start date. Customers and contact center agents cannot modify reservations on or after the check-in date.

Check-Out is at 12 P.M.

Check-In is at 2 P.M.

Columbine Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Columbine Campground?

Columbine Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 28 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Columbine Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Columbine Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Columbine Campground have?

Columbine Campground has 28 campsites.

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