Dispersed Camping

Mount Elbert Forebay

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Mount Elbert Forebay offers dispersed camping near the base of Mount Elbert in Colorado. The terrain consists of forested areas and open spaces with views of nearby peaks. Campers can explore the Twin Lakes and the Mount Elbert Trailhead, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 70°F in summer.

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Detours Nearby

LOCAL FAVORITES PRESENTED BY

Twin Lakes Overlook Dispersed Camping

5 min away

Stone Cabin

9 min away

Drive Time

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2 hrs 10 min from Denver, CO
2 hrs 14 min from Colorado Springs, CO
2 hrs 20 min from Boulder, CO
2 hrs 27 min from Pueblo, CO

Location

Mount Elbert Forebay is located in Colorado

Coordinates

39.11245148 N
106.3539034 W

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T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoorsLearn More

T-MobileLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 5 users
Last on 11/19/25
VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 1 user
Last on 11/19/25
AT&TLTE
Good Coverage
Verified by 11 users
Last on 11/19/25

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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.