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Pawnee Campground is located in the Brainard Lake Recreation Area, which is in a sheltered glacial valley and forms part of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests. It is just off the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, west of Boulder and 35 miles from the Rocky Mountains National Park. The campground is situated at an elevation of 10350 feet, at the foot of the Continental Divide. It is often cold and wet with lingering snow packs and is only open from June to September. There are 47 camping sites with basic amenities. It is a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, rock climbing and winter sports. Trails nearby provide access to the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area.
Brainard Lake Rd, Ward, CO 80481, Phone: 303-541-2500
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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