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Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping

Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping is located in the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. The terrain consists of forested areas and open grasslands. Nearby attractions include hiking trails and natural landmarks, with temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer.

Description

National Forest

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland

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.

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Location

Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping is located in Colorado

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

40.74127674900968 N
105.53015507588415 W

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Access

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

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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.


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Reviewed Jun. 6, 2023

Simple camp spot with easy access

It’s a nice and simple spot to stay at. Plenty of trees for shade. There are 5 spots off of the Main road that I would say a small RV or travel trailer could stay at. The 2023 MVUM shows this place as a go for dispersed camping.

The first site, closest to the road, is pretty level, and lots of open space. The road does have the occasional car.

The other sites off of the main road are easy to get to as well, but not as level, and less room.

There is a turn off of the main road that has a steep drop and climb, and low clearance from trees, maybe 7ft. There are 4 additional fire rings that would make for great tenting spots.

The area as a whole could use some cleaning, there were spots where broken glass could be found in abundance.

SiteSite closest to the road
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping by Kevin R., June 6, 2023
  • Review photo of Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping by Kevin R., June 6, 2023
  • Review photo of Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping by Kevin R., June 6, 2023
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Reviewed Aug. 14, 2022

Not Car Camping

There is a clearly marked parking lot with maps for the trails. From there you can hike in to find a number of clearly marked spots and many that are not. Maps at the trailhead will indicate camping areas and prohibited areas.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping by Shane , August 14, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping?

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

  • Does Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Elkhorn Creek Dispersed Camping does not have wifi.