Federal Quarry (FR 181) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado
Federal Quarry (FR 181) in CO
Why
U.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.All 9.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 2,200 ft over 9.4 miles through 13 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 16% and pitches to 37%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Water crossings 6.6, 7.1, 7.2, 8.3, 8.4 and 9.3 miles in.
Private here, with the nearest through road 1.2 miles off. Big Baldy Mountain stands 2,343 ft above the site, 3.7 miles east.
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Salida Ranger District: Camping at any location within the same 20-mile radius for more than 14 days within any continuous 30-day period… Camping within 100 feet of a body of water (such as a lake, stream, pond, or river) unless in a Forest Service developed recreation site or designated dispersed site.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Salida Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 39–72°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.