Mill Creek Basin
Rocky Mountain National Park · Wilderness Permits
Mill Creek Basin in Colorado has 8 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Aug 22–Aug 23. 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: May 18 Number of Sites: 2 (1-7 people per site) Elevation: 9,000 ft. Elevation Change: 600 ft. gain from Hollowell Park TH , Net loss 480 ft. from Bear Lake TH (240 ft. gain; 720 ft. loss) Distance: 1.8 mi. from Hollowell Park TH, 2.5 mi. from Bear Lake TH Privy: Yes; Add peat, please.
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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❓ Mill Creek Basin FAQ
How do I get a wilderness permit for Mill Creek Basin?
Mill Creek Basin 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 Mill Creek Basin when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Mill Creek Basin 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 Mill Creek Basin located?
Mill Creek Basin 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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