Rawley MTN (FR 892) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Rawley MTN (FR 892) in CO

Rio Grande NF, Saguache Ranger District
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A 3.7-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Saguache County, CO. The road serves Whale Hill.

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 3.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.7 miles). Climbs 880 ft over 3.7 miles -- sustained grades near 22%, with pitches to 30%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks.

Whale Hill stands 702 ft above the site, 1.0 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.3 miles off. The nearest town, Salida, is 16 mi off.

September normals 32–58°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Rubbing Rock (BLM BLM 5203) in CODispersed Camping40.9miEast Butte (FR 665) in COForest Road Road41.6miRound Rocks (BLM BLM 5227) in CODispersed Camping41.8miElephant Rocks South (BLM BLM 5202) in CODispersed Camping41.8miEast Butte (BLM RC5003) in CODispersed Camping42.1mi
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?