Tomichi Creek (FR 7888) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Tomichi Creek (FR 7888) in CO
A 12.4-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 12.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (12.4 miles). Climbs 4,300 ft over 12.4 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 33%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 15 switchbacks. Water crossings 5.9, 6, 6, 6.3, 6.4, 6.8, 7.1, 7.3, 8.1 and 8.5 miles in.
West Point Hill stands 962 ft above the site, 0.7 miles southeast. Galena Creek runs 0.2 mi off. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. The nearest town, Salida, is 22 mi off.
September normals 39–64°F, 1.8″ 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.
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