Public Campground
BLM Chukar Trailhead
BLM Chukar Trailhead is located near Olathe, Colorado, featuring rugged terrain with a mix of open spaces and rocky areas. Temperatures in this region can range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Gunnison River, offering opportunities for fishing and hiking, and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, known for its dramatic cliffs and scenic views.
Detours Nearby

Cimarron Campground (CO) — Curecanti National Recreation Area
1 hr 50 min away

Black Canyon
2 hrs 30 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 13 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 5 hrs 6 min from Farmington, NM
- 5 hrs 48 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 5 hrs 58 min from Boulder, CO
Location
BLM Chukar Trailhead is located in Colorado
Directions
From Montrose (Jct. US 50 & US 550), take US 50 north 8.4 miles to Falcon Road. Turn right onto Falcon Road and go 3.6 miles. At that point, Falcon Road becomes the unpaved Peach Valley Road. Continue for 1.4 miles on Peach Valley Road to the sign on the right, “Chukar Trail 7 Mi.” Turn right onto Chukar Road, a rough 4WD road that is not suitable for RVs.
Coordinates
38.61299371 N
107.835998 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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