Rocky Mountain National Park Timber Creek Campground

Rocky Mountain National Park Timber Creek Campground

A Rural campground in Colorado

Rocky Mountain National Park Timber Creek Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado . With 7 campsites (RV-friendly up to 40 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.

Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-oct when the weather is most comfortable .

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🏕️ At a Glance

⛺ Sites: 7
🚙 Max RV: 40 feet ft
🏛️ Agency: National Park Service
🚻 Restrooms: Yes
💧 Water: Yes
🐕 Pets: Allowed
🚿 Showers: No
🥾 Hiking: Available
🦅 Birding: 100/100 (Pacific Flyway)
⏱️ Stay Limit: 14 days
💲 Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
📅 Reservations: Required (Recreation.gov)
🌆 Best Seasons: Apr-oct
📍 GPS: 40.3792, -105.8503
🆔 Facility ID: 260552

💳 Booking & Fees

📅 Reservations: Required - Book on Recreation.gov →
💵 Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
📋 Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.

⏰ Stay Limit: 14 days
💡 Tip: Book early for peak season (Apr-oct). Sites can fill up months in advance.

💧 Water Access & Features

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Nearest Water Body
Colorado River
River
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit

Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.

🌞 Apr-oct

🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep

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Rocky Mountain National Park Timber Creek Campground located in Gaskil, Colorado, offering 7 camping sites.

🌌 Dark Sky Conditions

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Light Pollution Scale
Pristine Dark Sky - The darkest skies available! Milky Way casts shadows, airglow visible.

Best Viewing Conditions:

🌑 Moon Phase: New moon ± 3 days
Best Time: 2+ hours after sunset
🌡️ Weather: Clear, low humidity
📅 Season: Fall/Winter typically clearer

Rocky Mountain National Park Timber Creek Campground

A Rural campground in Colorado

📍
Location
Gaskil, Colorado
💰
Fees
Fees Apply

Stay Limit
14 days
🚌
Max RV Length
40 feet
🐾
Pets
Available
📡
Cell Coverage
Verizon: Fair
AT&T: Fair
T-Mobile: Poor

Overview

It Is Located at an Elevation of of 8,900 Feet (3000 M). It Is Located at an Elevation of of 8,900 Feet (3000 M).

Camping in a Trailer or RV? Please Be Advised, This Campground Has a Total Vehicle Length Limit of 30 Feet (9 M).

Wildlife Is Plentiful in Rocky Mountain National Park.

the Park Also Offers Some Unforgettable Scenic Driving Routes, Including Trail Ridge Road and Old Fall River Road. Enjoy the Scenic Views in the Land Above Trees While Exploring the Alpine Tundra or Visit Alpine Visitor Center.

Are You Interested in History? Take a Step Back in Time and Explore the Holzwarth Historic Site, Just Down the Road From Timber Creek Campground.

Timber Creek Campground Is Open for the Summer 2025 Camping Season. This Is Only Campground Located on the West Side of Rocky Mountain National Park. the Campground Will Close at Noon on Monday, October 6. All Campsites Are Available by Reservation Only and Reservations Must Be Made Online at Www. Recreation. Gov, Through the Recreation. Gov Mobile App, or by Calling 1-877-444-6777.

for Some Campsites, Reservations Can Be Made Up to 6 Months in Advance of a Desired Camping Date.

Timber Creek Campground Is Located Inside Rocky Mountain National Park and Accessed Via Trail Ridge Road/U. S. Highway 34. the Campground Is Eight Miles (13 Km) North of the Park’S Grand Lake Entrance. Rvs and Combined Vehicles and Trailers That Exceed This Limit Cannot Stay in Timber Creek Campground.

Things to Know When Looking at Campsite Availability:

  • Any Sites That Are Open Are Listed As “a” for Available.

  • Any Campsite Listed As “Nr” Has Not Yet Released; This Means That Those Campsites Are Not Yet Available to Be Reserved.

  • a Number of Campsites Are Available to Be Reserved Up to 6-Months in Advance on a Rolling Window.

  • Some Campsites Are Available to Be Reserved 2-Weeks Prior to Your Desired Camping Date.

  • Some Campsites Are Available to Be Reserved 1-Week Prior to Your Desired Camping Date.

Is a Timed Entry Reservation Included with My Camping Reservation?

Yes. Campers with Reservations for Timber Creek Campground Have a “Timed Entry (Does Not Include Access to Bear Lake Road)” Reservation Included with Your Campground Reservation. Your Campground Reservation Will Serve As Your Vehicle Timed Entry Reservation. Campers Can Enter Rmnp Via the Grand Lake, Beaver Meadows or Fall River Entrances Beginning at 1 P. M. on the First Day of Your Camping Reservation. Remember to Print and Bring a Copy of Your Campground Reservation with You and Keep This in Your Vehicle. You Will Be Asked to Show Your Campground Reservation Confirmation at the Park’S Entrance Station Upon Arrival.

Planning to Visit Destinations Along the Bear Lake Road Corridor? Campers Staying at Timber Creek Campground Will Also Need to Make a “Timed Entry+ Bear Lake Road” Reservation or They Will Need to Enter the Bear Lake Road Corridor During a Time of Day When Reservations Are Not Required. for Details, Visit the Park’S Timed Entry Webpage.

When Can I Check Into My Campsite?

Check in Begins at 1 P. M. for All Campsites in Rocky Mountain National Park.

What Time Is Check Out?

All Campers Must Check Out of Their Campsites in Rocky Mountain National Park by Noon.

How Many Nights Can I Stay at Timber Creek Campground?

in Rocky Mountain National Park, There Is a 7-Night Limit for All Campgrounds During the Summer Season. This Means That Campers Can Stay a Total of 7 Nights Inside the Park. This Limit Includes Overnight Stays at All Campgrounds. for Instance, a Camper Could Spend 7 Nights at Timber Creek Campground or They Could Stay 4 Nights at Timber Creek Campground and 3 at Glacier Basin Campground.

Rocky Mountain National Park Has Over 350 Miles (563 Km) of Hiking Trails. There Are Many Wonderful Trails to Explore on the West Side of the Park, Including the Colorado River Trail, Coyote Valley Trail, Green Mountain Trail, and More. Enjoy Fishing Along the Banks of the Colorado River.

Timber Creek Camgpround Contains Single Family Tent-Only Sites, Walk-to Sites, and RV Sites (30 Ft/9 M or Smaller in Length) Without Hookups. There Is No Group Camping at Timber Creek Campground. If You Are Looking for a Group Site, Please Check Glacier Basin Campground Located on the East Side of the Park Off of the Bear Lake Road.

Each Campsite Is Equipped with a Picnic Table, Fire Ring with Grate, and a Tent Pad.

During the Summer Season, Potable Water Is Available Throughout the Campground and Campers Have Access to Dish Sinks for Washing Dishes. a Water Fill and a Dump Station for Are Located in the Campground and Are Open for Use to All Campers. Dumpsters, Recycling Bins, and Propane Recycling Are Scattered Throughout the Campground for the Camper’S Convenience.

When at Timber Creek Campground, Enjoy Wildflowers in June and July That Can Fill Surrounding Meadows. There Is a Mix of Douglas Fir, Lodgepole Pine, and Ponderosa Pine Trees All Around As You Explore the Park. Mule Deer and the Majestic Rocky Mountain Elk Are Commonly Seen. Black Bear, Coyote, Bighorn Sheep and Moose Also Inhabit the Area, But Are Less Common to See.

Nearby Attractions

the Town of Grand Lake Lies Just 10 Miles South of the Campground (2 Miles Outside the Park’S West Entrance). Dining, Shopping, and Other Recreational Activities Can Be Found There.

Charges & Cancellations

Managed by: National Park Service

Site Details

Campsite Information

  • Total Sites: 7
  • Hookup Types: Electric
  • Max RV Length: 40 feet

Amenities

  • 🚻 Restrooms: Available
  • 🚿 Showers: No
  • 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
  • 💧 Potable Water: Available
  • 🛝 Playground: No
  • 🧺 Laundry: False
  • 📶 WiFi: False
  • 🏊 Swimming: No
  • 🎣 Fishing: Available
  • 🛥️ Boating: No
  • 🥾 Hiking: Available

Map & Location

Address & Coordinates

Address: Trail Ridge Road

City: Gaskil, Colorado 80447.0

Coordinates: 40.37918419, -105.8502706

Area Type: Rural

Phone: (877) 444-6777

Activities & Attractions

Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|picnic|dump-station|hookups|water|fire-ring|lake|river|trail|group-site|rv|tent|visitor-center

Available Activities:

  • 🎣 Fishing: Available
  • 🛥️ Boating: No
  • 🥾 Hiking: Available
  • 🏊 Swimming: No

Regulations & Permits

🔥 Stay Limits & Fees

Maximum Stay: 14 days

Nightly Fee: Fees Apply

Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)

📋 Reservations

Reservations: Yes

Book on Recreation.gov

🌤️ Weather & Climate

73.8°F
Summer High
5.2°F
Winter Low
19.79″
Annual Precip
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Apr-oct
Best Visit Time

📱 Connectivity

Verizon

Fair Signal

LTE

AT&T

Fair Signal

LTE

T-Mobile

Poor Signal

4G

📺 Television Reception

Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW

Signal Quality: Fair

Total Stations: 12 stations

Nearest Market: DENVER/Colorado Springs

Notes: Signals FROM DENVER/Colorado Springs MARKET

📻 Radio Reception

Total Stations: 24 stations (8 AM, 16 FM)

AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good

Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, ADULT Alternative, NEWS/TALK

Local News: KOA 850 Am

Market: DENVER/Colorado Springs

Notes: 8 AM, 16 FM Stations from Denver/Colorado Springs

🔌 EV Charging

⚡ GRAND LAKE DCFC 1

Distance: 8.9 miles away

Address: 1029 Park Ave, Grand Lake, CO

Network: chargepoint-network

Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • CHAdeMO-J1772

Essential Information

Park System Information

Park Classification & Structure

  • Park Type: National Parks
  • Parks Post Name: rocky-mountain-national-park
  • Parent Park Name: Rocky Mountain National Park
  • Correct Park Type Mapping: rocky-mountain-national-park

System Statistics

  • Total Campgrounds in System: 5.0
  • States Covered: Colorado
  • Managing Agencies: National Park Service

System IDs & References

  • Parent Organization ID: 128.0
  • Parent Recreation Area ID: 2907
  • Parks Parent Org IDs: 128.0
  • Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 2907

URL Slugs & Navigation

  • State Slug: colorado
  • Agency Slug: national-park-service
  • Park Type Slug: national-parks
  • Parent Park Slug: rocky-mountain-national-park

Additional Park Information

Welcome to Rocky Mountain National Park! This Beautiful Destination Features 5 Campgrounds Across Colorado. Managed by National Park Service, This Location Offers Incredible Camping Opportunities for Every Type of Outdoor Enthusiast.

Data Reference Notes

Managing Agency Slug: national-park-service

260552 Rocky Mountain National Park Timber Creek Campground