Little Cochetopa (FR 210) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado
Little Cochetopa (FR 210) 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 2.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 1,000 ft over 2.3 miles, with sustained grades near 18% and pitches to 21%.
Mount Ouray stands 4,675 ft above the site, 4.6 miles southwest. Private here, with the nearest through road 1.0 miles off.
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 38–65°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.