Dispersed camping spreads across open terrain within the Delaney Butte Lakes State Wildlife Area, managed by Colorado Parks & Wildlife. Campers select their own sites on public land, with no designated spots or formal amenities. The area sits roughly 9 miles west of Walden, accessible by vehicle though road conditions vary seasonally.
Wildlife viewing opportunities center on the adjacent lakes, which draw waterfowl and other species throughout the year. South Delaney Lake provides another dispersed camping option less than a mile away. The high-elevation setting means weather can change quickly, and campers should prepare for mountain conditions year-round.
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Map & DirectionsEast Delaney State Wildlife Area is located in Colorado near Walden
Coordinates
40.70373557 N
106.4554972 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
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
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 9 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 2 hrs 26 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 2 hrs 52 min from Greeley, CO
- 3 hrs 6 min from Boulder, CO
