How do I find last-minute availability at Burning Bear Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Burning Bear Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Burning Bear Campground have?

Burning Bear Campground has 13 campsites.

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Burning Bear Campground

Pike and San Isabel National Forests, PSICC, Colorado

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Notices from Recreation.gov

Limited water available; no water hookups.... ALERT: a/o 8/3/2026 the hand pump is down and will not be available for the remainder of this season (2026). Please bring all water necessary for your the duration of your stay to include drinking water, dishwashing, personal washing up, putting the campfire out, etc.

Expect rough road conditions and erosion: potholes and wash-boarding

Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating

Horse corrals near the campground are not for public use

This is a high elevation facility, please use caution when traveling from lower elevations

Facility has first-come, first-serve sites

No fireworks or firearms allowed

Click here for more information on Pike and San Isabel National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 25, 2026. Check Burning Bear Campground on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Taxes applyMaximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days

Published by Recreation.gov for Burning Bear Campground, read on August 25, 2026.