A seven-mile dirt road leads to this dispersed camping area within Uncompahgre National Forest, though access conditions vary by season. One recent visitor found the route bumpy but manageable for standard vehicles, while another encountered a closed gate that prevented entry with a travel trailer. Multiple camping spots spread along the road before reaching the actual trailhead.
The area sits near a creek and provides access to hiking trails, with no cell service reported except for satellite internet connections. Campers should verify current gate status and road conditions before making the drive, particularly those traveling with larger rigs despite the big-rig friendly designation.
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Map & DirectionsBlue Lake Trailhead is located in Colorado near Ouray
Coordinates
38.03627793510291 N
107.80629770822553 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.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
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.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 54 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 7 min from Farmington, NM
- 4 hrs 50 min from Pueblo, CO
- 5 hrs 11 min from Colorado Springs, CO
