Paradise (FR 706.3) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access
Paradise (FR 706.3) in CO
Road corridorRio Grande NF, Saguache Ranger District
25 mi from Center
Maps 8,941 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 4.2 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 870 ft over 4.2 miles, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 16%.
Setting
Fairly secluded
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 1.2 miles off.
- Spruce Mountain stands 1,930 ft above the map pin, 3.9 miles southwest.
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 27–57°F, 1.0″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.