Free Camping in Colorado

4 dispersed camping spots on public land

Kenosha Pass Dispersed

U.S. Forest ServiceNear Fairplay10,000 ft

High-mountain dispersed camping in Pike National Forest along the Colorado Trail. Famous for fall aspen color in late September. Numerous pull-off sites along FR 126.

Ohio Pass Dispersed

U.S. Forest ServiceNear Crested Butte9,600 ft

Scenic dispersed camping along Ohio Creek in the Gunnison National Forest. Wildflower meadows, aspens, and views of the West Elk Mountains. Outstanding fall color destination.

Slumgullion Pass Dispersed

U.S. Forest ServiceNear Lake City11,300 ft

Quiet dispersed sites in the Rio Grande National Forest near the Slumgullion Earthflow. Dense spruce-fir forest with cool temps even in midsummer. Access to the Colorado Trail and Continental Divide Trail.

Rampart Range Dispersed

U.S. Forest ServiceNear Colorado Springs8,500 ft

Easily accessible dispersed camping along Rampart Range Road in Pike National Forest. Ponderosa pine forest with Pikes Peak views. Close to Colorado Springs but feels remote.

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