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Busted Arm Draw Dispersed

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Busted Arm Draw Dispersed is located in Colorado

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37.9768311483358 N
108.26322898514563 W

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Site Types

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  • Fires

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  • 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.


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Reviewed May. 12, 2025

The perfect base camp between Telluride and the Desert!

This area is one of the best places to set up a base camp for exploration and adventure. Busted Arm Draw is free and the designated campsites are dispersed, making each site quiet and private.

Right off 44ZS (Lone Cone Road), there’s easy access National Forest access to gravel and 4x4 roads that connect Norwood to Telluride, Rico, Dunton, Dolores, & Naturita. There is great boating and excellent fishing right down the road at Miramonte Reservoir (Dan Noble State Wildlife Area), as well as the San Miguel River. And the area is in close proximity to the Thunder Trails (mountain and dirt biking). And there are a number of NF trails around the Lone Cone. Lone Cone Road itself is along a designated OHV route from Norwood to the National Forest.

The road thru the camping area is very well maintained gravel. Each area is designated with signage and has a fire ring. To protect the vegetation, travel off of designated areas is not allowed. The sites are pull-in, and many are pull-thru, and all can fit large rvs and trailers.

The entire area sits at about 8,000 ft in ponderosa forest. Many of the sites have excellent views of the Lone Cone mountain. The area is a designated dark sky zone, the night sky and the stars will blow your mind!

In the winter, the area closes and locals turn the road into nordic/x-country ski trails. The large parking area at the entrance becomes a snowmobile staging area also. The parking are remains open and is perfect winter camp spot.

SiteThe first pull-thru on the left with the view of Lone Cone
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Busted Arm Draw Dispersed?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Busted Arm Draw Dispersed, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Busted Arm Draw Dispersed have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Busted Arm Draw Dispersed does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Busted Arm Draw Dispersed?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.