South Carnero (FR 675) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access
South Carnero (FR 675) in CO
Road corridorRio Grande NF, Saguache Ranger District
29 mi from Del Norte
14 mi off US 160 (straight line)
Maps 9,598 ft
Dispersed camping generally allowed
U.S. Forest Service default; a local order can restrict it.
Motor-vehicle season 6/16–3/14Stay limit: 14 days · within 30 days
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Road Access
Difficult
- 10.3 of this road’s 34 miles are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, mostly gravel with 10.7 miles of dirt.
- Terrain estimates show roadside drops of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side.
- Winds through 14 switchbacks.
- Dead-end road; turnaround space is not mapped.
- Water crossings 1, 27.7 and 27.8 miles along the road.
- Cattle guards 22.9, 24.1, 27.6 and 32.8 miles along the road.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- Johns Creek runs 0.9 mi off.
- Bowers Peak stands 2,858 ft above the map pin, 5.9 miles southeast.
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 28–55°F, 1.6″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.