Hunters Creek
Rocky Mountain National Park · Wilderness Permits
Hunters Creek in Colorado has 7 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Aug 20–Aug 21. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.
Average Snow Melt-Out Date: June 14 Number of Sites: 1 (1-7 people) Elevation: 9,760 ft. Elevation Change: 1,450 ft. gain Distance: 3.3 mi. from Sandbeach Lake TH Privy: No
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.
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Nearest DC fast charging: 10.4 mi away.
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📊 How often sites open up here
CampSage's scans caught 5 openings at Hunters Creek over the last 30 days, on 4 separate days, most of them for stays 24–37 days out and the openings typically covered 3–25 nights.
These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.
🏕️ About this campground
💡 Insider tips from campers
❓ Hunters Creek FAQ
How do I get a wilderness permit for Hunters Creek?
Hunters Creek 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 Hunters Creek when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Hunters Creek 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.
How often do campsites open up at Hunters Creek?
CampSage's scans caught 5 openings at Hunters Creek over the last 30 days, on 4 separate days, most of them for stays 24–37 days out and the openings typically covered 3–25 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.
Where is Hunters Creek located?
Hunters Creek 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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