This permanently closed dispersed camping area once provided free overnight stays along the route toward Gothic in Gunnison National Forest. Campers could access sites via standard vehicle, though one reviewer noted confusion about legal camping boundaries and recommended continuing into clearly marked national forest land. The area allowed campfires, pets, and alcohol during its operational period.
Located roughly seven miles from places to camp near Crested Butte, the former dispersed sites sat at elevation with mountain views. Gothic Campground operates nearby as an alternative for campers seeking established facilities in the area.
Description
Due to new ordinance in 2024, this area is no longer a dispersed camping area.
Location
Dispersed CampingCrested Butte - Gothic dispersed camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED is located in Colorado
Coordinates
38.96166 N
106.991482 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/17/26- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/17/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/17/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 4/17/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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.
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 17 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 4 hrs 12 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 4 hrs 36 min from Denver, CO
- 4 hrs 46 min from Boulder, CO
