Running Calf (FR 2365) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Running Calf (FR 2365) in CO

Pike and San Isabel NFs, Comanche Ranger District
4,912 ft
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A 5.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Baca County, CO.

Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Comanche Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.

All 5.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.1 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length. A cattle guard 3 miles in.

Reader Lake lies 1.2 mi off. The nearest town, Springfield, is 24 mi off.

September normals 51–81°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Weird Bird (FR 2366) in CODispersed Camping2.2miBlue Tub (FR 2355) in CODispersed Camping2.2miHot Wire (FR 2367) in CODispersed Camping2.4mi5E Well (FR 2359) in CODispersed Camping2.8mi5H Well Access (FR 2357) in CODispersed Camping3.4mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Comanche Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?