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Located at 9,886 feet above sea level, Wheeler Peak Campground is the highest-elevation campground in the entire National Park System. Nestled in aspen groves in the shadow of Wheeler Peak, this campground is a perfect base camp for exploring the park's alpine region - where camping is otherwise prohibited. Prepare for dynamic weather and cold temperatures even during the summer. Potable water is not available.
This campground is located at the end of the Wheeler Peak Scenic Drive at 9,800 feet. The Scenic Drive starts just past the main entrance of the park on Highway 488 on the right-hand side.
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Campground
0.5 mi away · 4224 ft · 59 ft gain · GRBA
0.6 mi away · 2.5 mi · 439 ft gain · GRBA
0.7 mi away · 475 ft · 19 ft gain · GRBA
1.1 mi away · 5122 ft · 616 ft gain · GRBA
1.2 mi away · 4.3 mi · 41 ft gain · GRBA
Reservable up to 30 days in advance for stays through September 15, 2025. Reservable up to 7 days in advance for stays starting September 16, 2025 until September 21, 2025. Reservable up to 1 day in advance for stays starting September 22, 2025 until weather closure.
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