Hayden Pass (FR 970) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access
Hayden Pass (FR 970) in CO
Road corridorRio Grande NF, Saguache Ranger District
19 mi from Salida
Maps 8,823 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- All 2.4 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Near Hayden Spring.
- Estimated climb: 1,900 ft over 2.4 miles through 6 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 26% and pitches to 36%.
- Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.
Setting
Secluded
- Secluded here, with the nearest through road 3.4 miles off.
- Galena Peak stands 3,637 ft above the map pin, 2.1 miles north.
- Hayden Spring lies 0.1 mi off.
Rules
- Camping is limited to 14 days in any 30 day period on the Rio Grande National Forest. Camp at least 150 feet from water sources. All vehicles must stay within 300 feet of the center line of a designated road. Dig a pit for your toilet needs at least 150 feet from water and cover the pit before you leave.
- Camping rules
Climate averages
October normals 33–55°F, 1.8″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.