Elk Park (FR 432) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Elk Park (FR 432) in CO
A 4.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Mineral County, CO. The road serves Coller Wildlife Area.
Rio Grande National Forest, Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 150 ft from water.
3 of the 4.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.9 miles). Climbs 1,100 ft over 4.9 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 37%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 9 switchbacks. A water crossing 2.4 miles in.
Rio Grande runs 0.1 mi off. Elk Mountain stands 2,774 ft above the site, 3.6 miles west. The nearest town, Del Norte, is 20 mi off.
September normals 40–68°F, 2.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Rio Grande National Forest, Divide Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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