Bear Gulch (FR 158) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado
Bear Gulch (FR 158) in CO
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.All 3.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 140 ft over 3.4 miles, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 18%. A water crossing 3.2 miles in.
East Buffalo Peak stands 2,962 ft above the site, 3.4 miles southwest. Private here, with the nearest through road 1.1 miles off.
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, South Park Ranger District: Camping at any location, within the same 20-mile radius for more than 14 days within any continuous 30-day period. Camping within 100 feet of a body of water (such as a lake, stream, pond, or river) unless in a Forest Service developed recreation site or designated dispersed site.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, South Park Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 35–62°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.