Peterson CR (FR 874) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access

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Peterson CR (FR 874) in CO

Road corridorRio Grande NF, Saguache Ranger District

17 mi from Salida

Maps 9,058 ft

Dispersed camping generally allowed

U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.

Rio Grande National Forest ↗

Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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Road Access

Difficult
  • All 3.9 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
  • Estimated climb: 1,100 ft over 3.9 miles, with sustained grades near 24% and pitches to 32%.
  • Terrain estimates suggest little level ground beside this road.

Setting

Secluded
  • Secluded here, with the nearest through road 2.2 miles off.
  • Hayden Peak stands 3,058 ft above the map pin, 3.6 miles west.
  • A pond lies 0.9 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
  • Current fire orders

Climate averages

October normals 31–55°F, 1.0″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.