Openings · last 7 days
8
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 8 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232381
When Columbine Campground reopens
Columbine Campground's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
8
Openings · last 90 days
8
Only 8 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Sep 19, 2026 · of 46 monitored sites
Of the 92 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Sep 19, 2026): 51 reserved · 41 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 46 monitored sites, 28 can be reserved online and 18 are first-come, first-served.
No online availability right now
Of the 92 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Sep 19, 2026): 51 reserved · 41 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). A free alert tells you if any date opens online.
Load status
Sep 18 – Sep 19, 2026Not open online100%
Open site-nights0 / 92
Reserved (of online inventory)51 / 51
Of the 92 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Sep 19, 2026): 51 reserved · 41 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Sep 2026No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — these site-nights are a mix of reserved, closed, unreleased and non-reservable dates.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 46 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
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 and campfire ring. 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.
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.
46 monitored sites18 FCFS sitesRVs up to 55 ftNo hookups41 shadedPets OKMax party 8
Getting there
From the town of Central City, follow Gilpin County Route 3 west to NFSR 176.1. NFSR 176.1 access is a rough section of dirt road. County Route 3 is a rough section of gravel and dirt road.
9054 U.S Hwy 285, Morrison, CO 80465801-226-3564
BikingCampingFishingHikingScenic Drive
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
03 · Field Photos · roll CS-232381 · facility + sites
Photo gallery
Roll CS-232381 · Columbine Campground · Morrison CO12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Columbine Campground?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 92 tracked site-nights open for online reservation at Columbine Campground. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Campsite Sniper has also detected 8 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Columbine Campground?
Campsite Sniper detected 8 site-date openings at Columbine Campground in the last 7 days, 8 over 30 days and 8 over the last 90.
Which sites at Columbine Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
30 of the 46 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 55 ft. 38 of those 46 sites have a recorded maximum length and 8 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
Does Columbine Campground have online availability right now?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot, none of the 92 tracked site-nights are open for online reservation. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. A free Campsite Sniper alert tells you if any date opens online.
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