Stridiron (FR 7774) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Stridiron (FR 7774) in CO
A 5.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Gunnison County, CO.
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Gunnison Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 60 days.
All 5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5 miles). Climbs 1,700 ft over 5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 22%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~110 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks.
Little Baldy stands 2,097 ft above the site, 3.1 miles north. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.7 miles off. The nearest town, Gunnison, is 24 mi off.
September normals 34–66°F, 1.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Gunnison Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
fs.usda.gov