Clover CR (FR 876) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Clover CR (FR 876) in CO
A 12.2-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Saguache County, CO. The road serves Porphyry Peak.
Rio Grande National Forest, Saguache Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 150 ft from water.
All 12.2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (12.2 miles). Climbs 3,900 ft over 12.2 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 25%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~130 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 6 switchbacks.
Round Mountain stands 1,887 ft above the site, 1.4 miles northeast. A body of water lies 0.1 mi off. Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.6 miles off. The nearest town, Salida, is 16 mi off.
September normals 37–64°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Rio Grande National Forest, Saguache Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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