Kenosha Campground

We love Kenosha Pass campground. We wish more of the sights were level and / or bigger but for $21 / night we'll just reserve our spots we can fit in. New hosts, Doug and Donna, were very friendly and seem to be doing a good job. We'll definitely be back. Picture is spot 14 in back loop.

The location is fantastic and is attached to the Colorado Trail. Being so up in altitude may take a bit to adjust if you are not acclimated, but not as bad as the higher trails. Loads of wildlife to watch out for, including a moose that passed right through. Be sure to keep your distance from wildlife and be extra careful in the dry season with open flames.

Conveniently located between segments of the Colorado trail. Would avoid sites next to the latrine. Be sure to check campfire restrictions which are strictly enforced by the site management, it can be extremely cold at night even in summer.

I went in early summer and it got QUITE cold at night. There are several camping areas to choose from on both sides of the highway, even some free, dispersed camping if you are willing to drive a bit down a very bumpy road. If you're willing to drop $20 per night you can stay more conveniently, but you still don't get any water or electric. There is a pit toilet and a trash dumpster. Be aware that you are in bear country! During our 3-night stay we had one visit. You'll know they are around when you hear them banging on the trash dumpster at 2am. The next morning I saw a neighbor camper had left their ice chest out. It was in pieces and I'm sure the bear didn't leave any food for them. They were tent camping and are lucky all they lost was an expensive ice chest. If you stay here, store all "smellables" (including food, soap, deodorant, etc) INSIDE your vehicle!

I'm going to keep a 5 star because we love Kenosha. However, our visit this last time the camp host was basically unfriendly. He didn't come around he wasn't at his camper often when he was he covered his front door with a full tent. People had questions, and he wasn't there to help. We will always go back because we love it. Just need someone that likes people to work there.