Colorado
Kenosha Pass Campground
Established Campground
Kenosha Pass Campground sits at treeline along US-285 between Fairplay and Bailey, with 25 sites scattered through aspen and spruce at 10,000 feet elevation. Most sites handle mid-size rigs, but a few are tight for larger units. Vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings standard — no water on-site. Gets busy during fall aspen season and weekends.
Direct highway access makes it a solid basecamp for running nearby passes like Georgia, Webster, or Weston. Open roughly June through September depending on snow. Sites fill early on Friday afternoons during peak season.
High-elevation basecamp for central Colorado passes
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 143 Kenosha Drive, Colorado 80456 Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | 10000 ft |
| Nearest town | Jefferson, Colorado |
| Miles from pavement | 0.1 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 25 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $26.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | June-September |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring, Picnic table, Shade, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
Location
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