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Sleeping Elephant Campground

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SeasonOpen year-round

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🏞️ Attractions

Sleeping Elephant Mountain (2,770 m)Summits & peaks0.2 km · ~2 min walkDirections ↗
Boston Peak (2,850 m)Summits & peaks3 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗
Browns Lake OverlookAttractions58.4 km · ~184 min driveDirections ↗
Comanche Peak Wilderness
Comanche Peak WildernessParks & play

The Comanche Peak Wilderness is a U.S. Wilderness Area located in the Roosevelt National Forest on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District in Colorado along the northern boundary of Rocky Mountain National Park. The 66,791-acre (27,029 ha) wilderness was established in 1980 and named after its most prominent peak. There are 121 miles (195 km) of hiking trails inside the wilderness. Roosevelt National For

59.2 km · ~190 min driveDirections ↗
Rawah Wilderness
Rawah WildernessParks & play

The Rawah Wilderness is administered by the USDA Forest Service. It is located on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District of the Roosevelt National Forest in Colorado, near the Wyoming border, and also in the Routt National Forest to its south. It encompasses 76,394 acres (309.16 km2) and includes 25 named lakes ranging in size from five to 39 acres. There are 85 miles (137 km) of trails in the area and

81.1 km · ~393 min driveDirections ↗

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How much does it cost to camp at Sleeping Elephant Campground?

Sleeping Elephant Campground charges a camping fee.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Sleeping Elephant Campground?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at Sleeping Elephant Campground?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Who runs Sleeping Elephant Campground?

Sleeping Elephant Campground is operated by USDA Forest Service.

When is Sleeping Elephant Campground open?

Sleeping Elephant Campground is open year-round.

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