Bear Town (FR 506) in CO -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Colorado
Bear Town (FR 506) in CO
A 5.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in San Juan County, CO.
Rio Grande National Forest, Divide Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 150 ft from water.
All 5.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (5.9 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 5.9 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 23%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~120 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 4 switchbacks. Water crossings 0.4 and 1.6 miles in.
Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Indian Ridge stands 2,194 ft above the site, 2.0 miles south. Rio Grande runs 0.1 mi off. The nearest town, Ouray, is 22 mi off.
September normals 32–62°F, 2.9″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Rio Grande National Forest, Divide Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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