Boiler Creek (BLM 8134) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access

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Boiler Creek (BLM 8134) in CO

Road corridorBLM, Colorado River Valley

3.7 mi from New Castle

Maps 6,150 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 3.8 miles of this road are maintained only for low-range 4WD, 3.7 miles of it dirt.
  • Part of the route closes seasonally, so check locally before you go.
  • Estimated climb: 1,800 ft over 3.8 miles through 9 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 20% and pitches to 37%.
  • Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~140 ft on the downhill side.
  • Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.

Setting

Fairly secluded
  • Well separated here, with the nearest through road 1.0 miles off.
  • Joe Hill stands 3,027 ft above the map pin, 3.8 miles north.

Rules

  • Camping rules
  • Current fire orders

Climate averages

October normals 34–64°F, 1.8″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.