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Mount Shavano and Mount Tabequache

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Mount Shavano and Mount Tabequache offer camping in a region characterized by mountainous terrain. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during cooler months to highs in the 80s during warmer seasons. Nearby attractions include the Arkansas River for water activities and the town of Salida for dining and shopping.

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Shavano Mountain

13 min away

Road 240 - Dispersed

26 min away

Drive Time

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2 hrs 3 min from Pueblo, CO
2 hrs 22 min from Colorado Springs, CO
2 hrs 44 min from Denver, CO
2 hrs 54 min from Boulder, CO

Location

Mount Shavano and Mount Tabequache is located in Colorado

Directions

From Poncha Springs, travel west on Highway 50 for 2 miles to the junction of County Road 250 located on the right side of the highway. Turn right onto CR 250 and travel west for 4.5 miles to the boundary of Forest and BLM lands. At this point, the road forks. Take the left fork which continues at Forest Road 252. Stay on this road for approximately 3 miles to the trailhead. A restroom and parking area are provided.

Coordinates

38.59669549 N
106.19658182 W

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Matt H.

Scout

Reviewed Apr. 11, 2017

Great app

Looked up some campsites I've seen many times on this app and I agree with the reviews. I'll be spending the next 3 months in a tent and I can't wait to look up camping spots using this app

Allison D.

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Reviewed Jun. 14, 2016

Easy but fun lower camps

As a Salida local, the sites at the base of Shavano were always some of my favorite for a quick and accesible trip. The drive up access roads from the east is easy with a truck or all wheel drive after snow melt and it's not long before you're up in the gorgeous meadows with great views. Super fun to just drive around the access roads and take in the views if you have some spare time.