Long (FR 140) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado
Long (FR 140) 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 3.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 910 ft over 3.8 miles, with sustained grades near 18% and pitches to 26%.
Tarryall River runs 0.1 mi off. Observatory Rock stands 1,018 ft above the site, 1.6 miles south.
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 35–67°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.