Within BLM Land managed by the Uncompahgre Field Office, BLM Chukar Trailhead operates as an established campground from April through November. The site sits approximately 8 miles east of Olathe in western Colorado's high desert terrain.
Bureau of Land Management maintains this trailhead facility, which provides access to surrounding public lands and hiking routes. Campers can explore nearby options including BLM Gunnison Gorge Wilderness Campsites and Peach Valley OHV Recreation Area, both located within a few miles of the trailhead.
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There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Air Quality at this campground may currently be unhealthy. Please check with the campground before making a reservation.
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Map & DirectionsBLM Chukar Trailhead is located in Colorado near Olathe
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
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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
