Prospect (FR 334) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Prospect (FR 334) in CO
A 2.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Custer County, CO. The road serves Rito Alta Mine.
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 2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 2 miles -- sustained grades near 26%, with pitches to 38%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Little level ground alongside -- few of the stretches measured have a flat spot to pull onto. Winds through 4 switchbacks.
Eagle Peak stands 3,778 ft above the site, 2.8 miles west. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. South Branch North Brush Creek runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Salida, is 27 mi off.
September normals 35–67°F, 1.3″ 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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