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Big Meadows Group

Rocky Mountain National Park · Wilderness Permits

🎒 Wilderness permitRocky Mountain NP🧭 TonahutuColorado
Big Meadows Group
🟢 7 open windows right now — soonest Aug 21–Aug 24
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📈 CampSage caught 4 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
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💡 In short

Big Meadows Group in Colorado has 7 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Aug 21–Aug 24. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

About Big Meadows Group

Average Snow Melt-Out Date: June 13 Number of Sites: 1 Group site (8-12 people) Elevation: 9,400 ft. Elevation Change: 600 ft. gain from Green Mtn. TH, 860 ft. gain from Tonahutu TH Distance: 1.9 mi. from Green Mtn. TH, 4.3 mi. from Tonahutu TH Privy: Yes

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Camp safely away from standing dead trees as close to the silver metal arrowhead as possible. Carry in/out hard sided bear-resistant food storage canister required. NO FIRES, Fires Prohibited, Use portable stoves only. Purify water. Leave No Trace. **Hiking through recent burn area - use extreme caution with standing dead trees.** Fire damage area - foot bridges and trails may be damaged, impassable, or missing.

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Aug 21 – Aug 243 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →1 sites
Aug 28 – Aug 291 night🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →1 sites
Aug 30 – Sep 1718 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →1 sites
Sep 4 – Sep 73 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →1 sites
Sep 20 – Oct 1525 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →1 sites
Sep 25 – Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →1 sites
Oct 16 – Oct 171 night🗓 weekendbook — pick dates there →opened 18h ago1 sites
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Nearest DC fast charging: 4.1 mi away.

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❓ Big Meadows Group FAQ

How do I get a wilderness permit for Big Meadows Group?

Big Meadows Group in Colorado is a backcountry camp area reserved through a wilderness permit on Recreation.gov. Use the “Book / check availability” button to open the permit itinerary builder, pick your entry date and camp areas, and reserve the permit.

How can I get a spot at Big Meadows Group when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Big Meadows Group often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Where is Big Meadows Group located?

Big Meadows Group is located in Rocky Mountain NP, Colorado. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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