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Avery Peak Campground - CLOSED

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Gunnison National Forest manages Avery Peak Campground, a gravel-road site north of Crested Butte that sits among creeks, small mountain lakes, and valleys with wildflowers visible from the road. Note that this campground is currently listed as closed. Sites are tent-oriented clearings with fire pits. Four-wheel drive is recommended for sites further along the road, though smaller vehicles have reached some closer spots. Water access is straightforward, and bear activity has been reported, so proper food storage is necessary. Nearby, Gothic Campground provides an established alternative worth considering.

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Map & DirectionsAvery Peak Campground is located in Colorado near Crested Butte

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38.97721052 N
106.99755036 W

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3 hrs 23 min from Grand Junction, CO
4 hrs 23 min from Colorado Springs, CO
4 hrs 47 min from Denver, CO
4 hrs 56 min from Boulder, CO

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Sam D.

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Reviewed Jul. 18, 2017

Dispersed camping outside of Crested Butte

This area is stunning, there are tons of dispersed campsites along the gravel road. I have seen some smaller cars make it to some of the spots, but 4 wheel drive is definitely recommended for the sites further out. Lots of creeks, small mountain lakes, snow capped mountains, hiking trails, valleys filled with wildflowers, what more do you need? Sites are made for tent camping, just a clearing and a fire pit. Water access is easy. Be mindful of bears in the area, store food and garbage.

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