Laughlin Gulch (FR 706) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Laughlin Gulch (FR 706) in CO

Rio Grande NF, Saguache Ranger District
9,158 ft
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A 10.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Saguache County, CO. The road serves Mount Lion.

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 10.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (10.1 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

Mount Lion stands 1,240 ft above the site, 1.1 miles west. Browns Creek runs 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Center, is 26 mi off.

September normals 38–66°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

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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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?