Bald MTN Gulch (FR 300) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Bald MTN Gulch (FR 300) in CO
An 8.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Chaffee County, CO.
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Salida Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (8 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 8 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 45%. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Water crossings 0.9, 1.3 and 1.3 miles in.
Bald Mountain stands 1,575 ft above the site, 2.0 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.6 miles off. Arkansas River runs 1.0 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Buena Vista, is 7.0 mi off.
September normals 37–72°F, 0.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Salida Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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