Carson (FR 7568) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Carson (FR 7568) in CO

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison NFs, Gunnison Ranger District
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A 3.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Hinsdale County, CO. The road serves Bent Peak.

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Gunnison Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 60 days.

All 3.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.1 miles). Climbs 1,600 ft over 3.1 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 20%. Winds through 4 switchbacks.

Bent Peak stands 2,657 ft above the site, 2.2 miles southwest. Secluded here -- the nearest through road is 2.4 miles off. Wager Gulch runs 0.1 mi off. The nearest town, Ouray, is 19 mi off.

September normals 36–60°F, 3.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Beaver Meadows (FR 135) in COForest Road Road38.7miPiedra Camp 2 in COCampground40.6miPiedra Camp 3 in COCampground40.7miPiedra Camp 1 in COCampground40.7miMonument Park-East (FR 630) in COForest Road Road40.8mi
Fire restrictions

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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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?