Morris Creek (FR 387) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Morris Creek (FR 387) in CO
A 7.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Chaffee County, CO. The road is open seasonally, July 1 to November 30.
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Leadville Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 7.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7.2 miles). Climbs 3,700 ft over 7.2 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 27%. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 13 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Mount Columbia stands 4,737 ft above the site, 4.9 miles southwest. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.2 miles off. A body of water lies 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Buena Vista, is 9.5 mi off.
September normals 39–66°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, Leadville Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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