Free and drive-in accessible, Bandera Mine Dispersed Campsite sits along CR7 in the San Juan Mountains, roughly two miles past South Mineral Campground when traveling from Silverton. The site centers on an open meadow near the remnants of old mining buildings and a three-tier beaver pond, making it straightforward to locate. No fees, no reservations. Campfires and pets are permitted, and campers looking for dispersed areas around San Juan National Forest will find this a low-infrastructure option suited to self-sufficient overnight stays.
Description
Dispersed camping along Forest Rd. 585 is allowed only in designated camping areas which include Anvil, Bear and Sultan Camping Areas. Do not camp within 100 ft of any water source. Respect posted directions and instructions. Be aware that this area is extremely busy.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBandera Mine Dispersed Campsite is located in Colorado near Ophir
Coordinates
37.77920340820309 N
107.80217261249902 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 33 min from Farmington, NM
- 2 hrs 55 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 5 hrs 13 min from Santa Fe, NM
- 5 hrs 51 min from Pueblo, CO
