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MVUM 496.1 Dispersed Site

MVUM 496.1 Dispersed Site is located near varied terrain with elevations that can influence temperature changes. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s to 80s Fahrenheit, depending on the season. Nearby attractions include the scenic trails of Roosevelt National Forest and the picturesque views of the Indian Peaks Wilderness.

Description

National Forest

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. Find detailed map here: https://store.avenza.com/products/roosevelt-nf-boulder-ranger-district-south-half-mvum-us-forest-service-r2-rocky-mountain-region-map

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

MVUM 496.1 Dispersed Site is located in Colorado

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

39.98025710232554 N
105.54501383575196 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Pets

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. 14, 2023

Beautiful and Secluded

I was alone here took forever to find a spot that wasn’t a closed gate because of the weather. I was ecstatic when I found this area using the MVUM for Boulder area. Kind of tough to get up there but I did it slowly and carefully in my small low clearance awd suv. Was definitely worth the drive to me plenty of rocks to climb for views. You must just watch for private property signs, if you’re adventurous you’ll like this area. I visited middle of June.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does MVUM 496.1 Dispersed Site have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, MVUM 496.1 Dispersed Site does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at MVUM 496.1 Dispersed Site?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is poor.