San Isabel National Forest encompasses Cordova Pass, a drive-in campground that requires navigating six miles of dirt road from the Highway of Legends. The route proves manageable for sedans, though campers should expect some rough patches along the way. Views open up during the ascent, revealing mountain vistas that compensate for the bumpy access.
The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with only a handful of sites clustered together in a wooded area. Sites lack privacy and sit close to one another, making this better suited for solo campers or small groups rather than those seeking solitude. Three walk-in tent sites require hauling gear a short distance from the parking area at the trailhead. Each site includes a picnic table and fire pit, with a pit toilet serving the camping area.
West Spanish Peaks trailhead provides direct access from the campground, drawing hikers who start early in the morning. Amanda N. notes the area is "very clean & quite" with good mountain views. The remote location means minimal traffic once campers settle in for the night.
Fees apply for both camping and day use at this US Forest Service facility. The campground works well for hikers planning an early start on the Spanish Peaks trail system or those seeking a mountain basecamp without full amenities.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
3 campsites are located in this campground
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (719) 489-2034.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCordova Pass is located in Colorado near La Veta
Coordinates
37.348457 N
105.024831 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 19 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 3 hrs 11 min from Denver, CO
- 3 hrs 47 min from Santa Fe, NM
