South Colony (FR 120) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado
South Colony (FR 120) 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 3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 1,400 ft over 3 miles, with sustained grades near 18% and pitches to 25%. Water crossings 1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.9, 1.9, 2, 2.1 and 2.4 miles in.
Humboldt Peak stands 5,467 ft above the site, 5.0 miles west. Exposed here, with the nearest through road 0.0 miles off.
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, San Carlos 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, San Carlos Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 41–70°F, 1.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.