China Wall (FR 212) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
China Wall (FR 212) in CO
A 6.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Park County, CO. The road serves Bayou Salado Dam. The road is open seasonally, June 16 to December 31.
Pike and San Isabel National Forests, South Park Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 100 ft from water.
All 6.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.8 miles). Climbs 740 ft over 6.8 miles -- sustained grades near 16%, with pitches to 32%. Winds through 6 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
South Tarryall Peak stands 2,414 ft above the site, 3.5 miles northeast. The nearest town, Woodland Park, is 24 mi off.
September normals 37–68°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, South Park Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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