Sportsman (FR 897) in CO -- Camping Rules & Access in Colorado

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Sportsman (FR 897) in CO

Pike and San Isabel NFs, South Park Ranger District
9,177 ft13 mi from Woodland Park
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
WhyU.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 2.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Climbs 30 ft over 2.6 miles, with sustained grades near 14% and pitches to 23%. A gate at the start of the road.

Private here, with the nearest through road 1.1 miles off.

Pike and San Isabel National Forests, South Park Ranger District: Camping at any location, within the same 20-mile radius for more than 14 days within any continuous 30-day period. Camping within 100 feet of a body of water (such as a lake, stream, pond, or river) unless in a Forest Service developed recreation site or designated dispersed site.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Pike and San Isabel National Forests, South Park Ranger District.

Check current orders

September normals 35–67°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?