Dispersed Camping
Sawmill Creek
Sawmill Creek, near Craig, CO, offers a dispersed camping experience surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests. Temperatures can range from lows of 20°F in winter to highs of 85°F in summer. Visitors can explore the nearby Yampa River for fishing and boating or visit the Dinosaur National Monument for a glimpse into prehistoric life.
Description
National Forest
Sawmill Campground is closed. Dispersed camping is allowed with the pack-it-in, pack-it-out policy. No facilities available. Located in the California Park/Black Mountain Area and is managed by the Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District.
Location
Sawmill Creek is located in Colorado
Directions
Directions from Craig: Travel 13 miles north on State Highway 13, then 12 miles north on Forest Road 110, and south 1 mile on Forest Road 122.
Coordinates
40.75800012 N
107.33100082 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Sawmill Creek needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 14 min from Grand Junction
- 3 hrs 41 min from Cheyenne
- 4 hrs 2 min from Fort Collins
- 4 hrs 27 min from Boulder
