Sargents Mesa (FR 7578.2) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado

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Sargents Mesa (FR 7578.2) in CO

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison NFs, Gunnison Ranger District
11,232 ft
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A 5.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Saguache County, CO.

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Gunnison Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 60 days.

All 5.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.9 miles). Climbs 980 ft over 5.9 miles -- sustained grades near 24%, with pitches to 36%.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 2.0 miles off. The nearest town, Salida, is 25 mi off.

September normals 36–60°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
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Fire restrictions

Set by Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests, Gunnison 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?