Upper Wind River (Snow-free average: May 14)
Rocky Mountain National Park · Colorado
Upper Wind River (Snow-free average: May 14) is one of the permitted entry points in Rocky Mountain National Park on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 56/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
When permits are released
The entire May 1 – Oct 31 wilderness camping season goes on sale at once on March 1 at 8:00 AM Mountain (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-site quota). Nov–Apr sites are reserved in person at a wilderness office only.
Demand
Moderate demand (56/100)
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Sky Pond via Glacier Gorge Trail - 4.9 on AllTrails
- Odessa Lake via Bear Lake, Flattop Mountain, and Fern Lake Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- The Keyhole and Longs Peak via Longs Peak Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Finch Lake and Pear Lake Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Ouzel Lake Trail - 4.8 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do Upper Wind River (Snow-free average: May 14) permits open?
The entire May 1 – Oct 31 wilderness camping season goes on sale at once on March 1 at 8:00 AM Mountain (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-site quota). Nov–Apr sites are reserved in person at a wilderness office only. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.
What if my dates are sold out?
Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Upper Wind River (Snow-free average: May 14) to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.
How competitive is Upper Wind River (Snow-free average: May 14)?
The live demand score is 56/100. Odds of catching an opening are moderate - popular dates sell out.
Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?
No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.
Nearby passes
- Over the Hill (Snow-free average: May 17) - 0 mi away
- Sprague Lake Accessible Site [WF] (Snow-free average: June 1) - 1 mi away
- Boulder Brook [Waste Bag] (Snow-free average: June 17) - 2 mi away
- Boulder Brook Group (Snow-free average: June 17) - 2 mi away
- Upper Mill Creek (Snow-free average: May 22) - 2 mi away
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