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Cripple Creek BLM Area

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Cripple Creek BLM Area is located near Cripple Creek, Colorado, and features rugged terrain with open spaces and scattered trees. Temperatures can range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the historic town of Cripple Creek and the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument.

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Location

Cripple Creek BLM Area is located in Colorado

Coordinates

38.67618555390906 N
105.21543567864337 W

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Detours Nearby

Shelf Road Sites

14 min away

NO LONGER ACTIVE

45 min away

Drive Time

1 hr 20 min from Colorado Springs
1 hr 39 min from Pueblo
2 hrs 9 min from Denver
2 hrs 32 min from Boulder

Access

Drive-In
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Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Dispersed

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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.

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andrew G.

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 6, 2024

Great secluded spot!

We went on a Saturday and it wasn’t crowded at all. The dispersed sites aren’t far from the road since most of the road goes down a valley with hills on both sides however there’s a nice creek running down the whole way. Definitely check it out if you don’t mind a colder night in a valley. Not much room to explore outside your vehicle unless you’re okay walking down the dirt road to see other sites and views.

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Month of VisitOctober

michelle H.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 6, 2023

Great place

We went on labor day weekend late and had no trouble finding a terrific spot! Secluded next to creek absolutely beautiful we will be back!

Month of VisitSeptember

John B.

Guide

Reviewed May. 15, 2022

Best back Country Area

Man was this area beautiful! We travelled from Tennessee to find some wonderful back country primitive camping and man did we find it. Beautiful area right by the creek (found natural turquoise) with plenty of wildlife like goats, deer, rabbits, and many other things. This area is inhabited by a few homeless people but none the less it was a great area!

Month of VisitMay

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Cripple Creek BLM Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Cripple Creek BLM Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Cripple Creek BLM Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Cripple Creek BLM Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Cripple Creek BLM Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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