Hermit Lake (FR 160) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Hermit Lake (FR 160) in CO
A 7.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Custer County, CO. The road serves Hermit Lake Trailhead.
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, San Carlos Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (7 miles). Climbs 3,600 ft over 7 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 28%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 25 switchbacks. Water crossings 0.6, 1.9, 2.1, 3, 3.1 and 3.2 miles in.
Spread Eagle Peak stands 4,105 ft above the site, 2.8 miles west. Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.6 miles off. A body of water lies 0.7 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Lincoln Park, is 29 mi off.
September normals 40–65°F, 2.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, San Carlos Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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