🏔 Wilderness
Rocky Mountain NP Wilderness
About This Permit
Rocky Mountain National Park's 265,000-acre wilderness straddles the Continental Divide 70 miles north of Denver. Bear Lake corridor campsites fill within seconds of the March 1 reservation opening. Year-round wilderness use with snowshoeing and ski touring popular in winter.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do Rocky Mountain NP wilderness permits open?
Advance reservations open March 1 each year on recreation.gov. Bear Lake corridor and Longs Peak area campsites sell out in seconds. Off-peak and winter dates have better availability.
Do I need a permit for all overnight camping in RMNP?
Yes. An overnight wilderness permit is required year-round for all backcountry camping in the park.
Key Facts
- State
- CO
- Season
- Year-round
- Quota
- Campsite-specific; advance reservations open March 1
- Trailhead
- Wild Basin, Bear Lake, East Inlet, North Inlet, Lawn Lake
- Entry Point
- Wilderness Permit Office, Beaver Meadows Visitor Center
- Difficulty
- 3/5(Competitive)
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