Planning a trip to Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) or the surrounding Granby area requires some advance preparation, especially when it comes to permits and reservations. Securing these permits for camping, backpacking and timed entry is crucial as it's a high-demand area.
2025 Important Dates
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March 1: RMNP Wilderness Overnight Backpacking Permit: If you're planning an overnight backpacking trip within Rocky Mountain National Park, you'll need a wilderness permit.
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March 4: Indian Peaks Wilderness Overnight Permit: This permit is required for overnight trips in the Indian Peaks Wilderness, a popular area adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park.
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May 1: RMNP Timed Entry Reservations for May 24 - June 30: Timed entry reservations are required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park during peak season.
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June 1: RMNP Timed Entry Reservations for July 1 - July 31: Timed entry reservations are required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park during peak season.
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July 1: RMNP Timed Entry Reservations for August 1 - August 31: Timed entry reservations are required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park during peak season.
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August 1: Timed Entry Reservations for September 1 - September 30: Timed entry reservations are required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park during peak season.
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September 1: Timed Entry Reservations for October 1 - October 20: Timed entry reservations are required to enter Rocky Mountain National Park during peak season.
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Rolling 6 months prior: RMNP Campgrounds: Summer reservations for campgrounds within Rocky Mountain National Park open six months in advance.
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Rolling 6 months prior: Arapaho National Recreation Area (Lake Granby Campgrounds): Reservations for campgrounds in the Arapaho National Recreation Area, including those around Lake Granby, also open six months in advance.
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