Springer Gulch (FR 246) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Springer Gulch (FR 246) in CO

Pike and San Isabel NFs, South Park Ranger District
9,040 ft
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A 4.4-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 4.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (4.4 miles). Climbs 450 ft over 4.4 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 20%. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.8 miles off. Stoll Mountain stands 1,828 ft above the site, 3.4 miles northwest. The nearest town, Cripple Creek, is 21 mi off.

September normals 4068°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?