Within San Isabel National Forest, Fourmile Travel Management Area provides dispersed camping options in a desert landscape marked by sandy terrain and distinctive rock formations. This US Forest Service area accommodates various camping styles, from drive-in sites to walk-in spots, with rangers maintaining regular patrols throughout the area.
The terrain contrasts with typical mountain forest camping, featuring open sandy ground dotted with rock outcroppings that create natural windbreaks and privacy between sites. Russ R. describes the area as having "desert and sandy, great rock formations, trails for hiking mountain bike, atv, etc." Multiple trail systems branch out from the camping area, supporting hiking, mountain biking, and ATV use across the varied landscape.
Sites accommodate large RVs and multiple vehicles, with established fire rings marking the most popular spots. Cell service reaches most areas, and the proximity to rock climbing destinations like Transmitter Tower draws outdoor enthusiasts seeking multi-day base camps. Campers can access camping near Buena Vista for additional options in the Arkansas River valley.
The area works well for groups wanting space to spread out, RV travelers needing level ground, and recreationists planning extended stays to explore the diverse trail network and climbing areas.
Description
The Fourmile Travel Management Area is located in northern Chaffee County and consists of 100,000 acres of Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management lands. The area offers an incredible variety of recreational activities from ATV and motorcycle riding to hiking, biking, rock climbing and horseback riding.
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Location
Public CampgroundFourmile Travel Management Area is located in Colorado
Directions
The Fourmile Travel Management Area can be accessed from many locations. From Buena Vista, you can access the area via County Road 371/375 and from the River Park Bridge on Main Street. Other access points are off of Hwys 285/24 and include County roads 304, 305, 307, 308, 311 and 315. The southern portion of the Fourmile area can be accessed at County Road 301, 300 and 185 (Aspen Ridge north of Salida).
Coordinates
38.88413587 N
106.14043936 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 4/16/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 72 usersLast on 4/16/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 40 usersLast on 4/16/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 22 usersLast on 4/16/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 72 usersLast on 4/16/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 40 usersLast on 4/16/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 53 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 7 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 15 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 25 min from Boulder, CO
