Chubb Park (FR 309) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Chubb Park (FR 309) in CO
A 13.3-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Chaffee County, CO. The road is open seasonally, May 1 to November 30.
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.
5 of the 13.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (13.3 miles). Climbs 2,500 ft over 13.3 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 23%. A cattle guard 8.4 miles in.
East Buffalo Peak stands 3,585 ft above the site, 4.7 miles northwest. South Fork Salt Creek runs 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Buena Vista, is 9.1 mi off.
September normals 38–64°F, 1.5″ 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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