Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag]
Rocky Mountain National Park · Wilderness Permits
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Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag] 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: May 13 Number of Sites: 1 (1-7 people) Elevation: 8,100 ft. Elevation Change: 260 ft. gain from Cow Creek TH, Net gain 260 ft. from Lumpy Ridge TH (1,090 ft. gain; 830 ft. loss) Distance: 1.4 mi. from Cow Creek TH, 5.0 mi. from Lumpy Ridge TH via Gem Lake, 6.1 mi. from Lumpy Ridge TH via Black Canyon Trail Privy: NO---Use pack in pack out human waste bags.
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: 2.9 mi away.
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❓ Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag] FAQ
How do I get a wilderness permit for Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag]?
Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag] 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 Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag] when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag] 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 Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag] located?
Rabbit Ears [Waste Bag] 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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