FR 355.S18 — Magic Schoolbus in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado

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FR 355.S18 — Magic Schoolbus in CO

Arapaho and Roosevelt NFs, Boulder Ranger District
8,694 ft1.7 mi from Nederland
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 0 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Level ground alongside most of its length.

Tennessee Mountain stands 1,258 ft above the site, 1.7 miles southwest. A well-travelled stretch, with camps along here. Night skies are Bortle 3, a dark rural sky.

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Boulder Ranger District: Camping for more than 14 days in a 30-day period or more than 30 days in a 365-day period

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, Boulder Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 37–66°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?