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BLM Shelf Road Banks and Sand Gulch Campgrounds are located near Canon City, Colorado. The area features rocky terrain with elevations that provide views of the surrounding landscape. Temperatures can range from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, offering opportunities for hiking and sightseeing.

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Rocky Mountain Oasis!!

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1 hr 4 min from Pueblo, CO
1 hr 25 min from Colorado Springs, CO
2 hrs 21 min from Denver, CO
2 hrs 44 min from Boulder, CO

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BLM Shelf Road Banks and Sand Gulch Campgrounds is located in Colorado

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The campgrounds are reached via Fremont County Road 9 (known as Shelf Road) approximately 12 miles north of Cañon City, CO

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38.62438037 N
105.22300067 W

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Reviewed Aug. 31, 2020

Climbers paradise

About 35 minutes from Canon City, The Banks and sand gulch is a BLM run campsite with over 30 spots each. Spots are$7 for individual and$14 for group spots, they also accept annual park passes for a discount. There is a campground host as well as picnic tables and fire pits at each site. Vault toilets are located in a few spots around the campground.

Each spot has a different layout, some are much more private and others are exposed and wide open but some are large enough for trailers or RV’s, however the road leading up to the banks is not great. Passable by all passenger vehicles but it can get a bit bumpy. These sites and this area in general is very popular among rock climbers and hikers. Sand Gulch is a bit more exposed with little tree coverage.

There is also a beautiful drive that brings you to Cripple Creek on Shelf Road. We spent a few days out here and did some hiking and made the drive, it was well worth it.