Packer Gulch (FR 144) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Packer Gulch (FR 144) in CO

Pike and San Isabel NFs, South Park Ranger District
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An 11.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Park County, CO.

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 11.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 11 of the 11.9 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,800 ft over 11.9 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 27%. Winds through 10 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Topaz Mountain stands 2,775 ft above the site, 4.9 miles northeast. The Tarryall Reservoir shoreline is 0.8 mi off. The nearest town, Blue River, is 26 mi off.

September normals 36–68°F, 1.3″ 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?