Dispersed camping along Forest Road R puts campers directly within San Juan National Forest, a large federally managed forest in southwest Colorado's canyon country. No designated sites, no hookups, no facilities. Campers choose their own pull-off along the road, making this drive-in access point well-suited to self-sufficient setups with a high-clearance vehicle. Nearby options like Bradfield Recreation Site provide a developed alternative for those who want more infrastructure.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsForest Road R is located in Colorado near Dove Creek
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
37.64425286 N
108.7123813 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageLast on 9/11/26
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageLast on 9/11/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 9/11/26
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
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Forest Road R needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 49 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 19 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 4 hrs 29 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 4 hrs 47 min from Santa Fe, NM
