Deceptive (FR 211) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Deceptive (FR 211) in CO

Pike and San Isabel NFs, South Park Ranger District
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A 2.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Park County, CO. The road serves Tappan Mountain.

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 2.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.4 miles). Climbs 420 ft over 2.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 15%. Level ground alongside most of its length. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Tarryall Creek runs 0.3 mi off. Pilot Peak stands 2,289 ft above the site, 2.5 miles north. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Woodland Park, is 20 mi off.

September normals 40–69°F, 1.5″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

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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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?