Upper Spanish CR (FR 784) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access
Upper Spanish CR (FR 784) in CO
Road corridorRio Grande NF, Saguache Ranger District
31 mi from Gunnison
Maps 9,334 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 7 miles of this road are maintained for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way.
- Estimated climb: 1,800 ft over 7 miles, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 20%.
Setting
Some privacy
- Moderately separated here.
- West Baldy stands 2,116 ft above the map pin, 4.8 miles northwest.
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 30–56°F, 1.3″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.