BLM 8324 — Thomas Lakes Trailhead in CO -- Camping Rules & Access
BLM 8324 — Thomas Lakes Trailhead in CO
Road corridorBLM, Colorado River Valley
4.6 mi from El Jebel
Maps 8,713 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
Local restrictions may apply; check the land manager’s camping rules.
BLM Colorado River Valley Field Office ↗
Stay limit: 7 consecutive days · the 7-day limit applies April 1 to August 31 · September 1 to March 31: 14 consecutive days · unless otherwise authorized in writing by the BLM; also 14 days · within 30 days · then move 30 mi; also 14 consecutive days
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Road Access
Extreme
- All 7.1 miles of this road are maintained only for low-range 4WD, dirt the whole way.
- Part of the route closes seasonally, so check locally before you go.
- Estimated climb: 1,600 ft over 7.1 miles through 7 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 29%.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~160 ft on the downhill side.
Setting
Fairly secluded
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 0.7 miles off.
- Mount Sopris stands 4,232 ft above the map pin, 6.2 miles southwest.
Climate averages
October normals 26–55°F, 1.5″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.