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Morapos Trailhead

Morapos Trailhead in Colorado offers camping amidst rugged terrain with elevations that provide expansive views. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Flat Tops Wilderness Area, known for its hiking trails and diverse wildlife.

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White River National Forest

The Morapos Trailhead offers dispersed camping in the northernmost section of the White River National Forest, in an area adjacent to the Routt National Forest. The site offers access to a roadless section that is popular with hunters including the Wilson Mesa/Sleepy Cat Peak Trail (#1800) and the Salt Park Trail (#1805). Please Leave No Trace.

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Morapos Trailhead is located in Colorado

Directions

The Morapos Trailhead is located 46 miles north of Meeker, CO. Drive north out of Meeker on Colorado Highway 13 for 34 miles to the Morapos Creek Road junction. Turn right and continue 12 miles to the forest boundary. The Morapos Trailhead campground is .25 of a mile past the boundary.

Coordinates

40.18990387 N
107.56120928 W

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Drive Time

2 hrs 35 min from Grand Junction
4 hrs 13 min from Denver
4 hrs 23 min from Boulder
4 hrs 34 min from Fort Collins

Reggi M.

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Reviewed Jun. 7, 2025

Nice spot

There are two campgrounds an upper and a lower. We stayed at the lower. The lower campground is smaller but it can accommodate a RV. There are other places to setup tents. Only a couple stone fire rings. Very quiet and beautiful. The upper is bigger and can handle multiple RV’s. There are three trailheads all within walking distance of the lower campground. We had a great time hiking and spending time in the aspens.

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Month of VisitJune