Free dispersed camping in Roosevelt National Forest, Elkhorn Creek sits off a main road with five drive-in sites that can accommodate small RVs or travel trailers. The first site, closest to the road, is the most level and has the most open space. Fir trees provide consistent shade throughout. Campers should note one turnoff with a steep grade and low tree clearance of around seven feet, and the main road sees occasional vehicle traffic. Four additional fire rings make this a workable option for tent campers. Broken glass has been reported at some spots, so footwear around camp is advisable. Those planning to hike in will find a marked trailhead with maps indicating designated camping areas and restricted zones. For a broader look at campgrounds near Roosevelt National Forest, nearby dispersed options include Pingree Hill Dispersed Camping roughly three miles southwest.
Description
Free camping (dispersed) is allowed on most national forest lands except in highly developed areas - such as trailheads, campgrounds and picnic sites - and in some of our most visited places. Be sure to check for regulations in advance and look for signs in the area to indicate if camping is allowed.
Some areas allow camping in designated sites only.
Know Before You Go
Check the weather and road closures before heading up. Follow Leave No Trace principles. There are no facilities or trash receptacles. Pack out what you pack in. Make sure camping is allowed. Many lands within the national forest boundary are private or otherwise owned. Check that you’re on National Forest lands: maps. Don't stay too long. Camping is limited to 14 days.within any continuous 30-day period. at any location within the same 20-mile radius. see Order Plan on building a campfire? Campfire restrictions can occur any time of year. Check for fire restrictions and if you build a campfire, know how to extinguish it.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsElkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping is located in Colorado near Red Feather Lakes
Coordinates
40.74127674900968 N
105.53015507588415 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/23/26- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/4/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 7/23/26
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/4/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- 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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 56 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 1 hr 12 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 1 hr 19 min from Greeley, CO
- 1 hr 42 min from Boulder, CO
