Lenhardy Cutoff (FR 376) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado
Lenhardy Cutoff (FR 376) 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.14.9 of the 18.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 3,000 ft over 18.5 miles through 4 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 19%. Dead-ends 0.3 miles in at a mapped turnaround. Water crossings 7.5, 7.7, 10.8, 10.8, 10.8, 11, 11, 18.3, 18.3, 18.4 and 18.7 miles in.
Marmot Peak stands 3,363 ft above the site, 4.2 miles north. A well-travelled stretch, with camps along here. Private here, with the nearest through road 1.4 miles off. A river runs 0.5 mi off. Night skies are Bortle 2, true dark-sky territory.
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 37–71°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.