Best Dispersed Camping near Frisco, CO

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Frisco, Colorado (167)

    1. Boreas Pass Road Designated Dispersed Camping

    38 Reviews
    Blue River, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "I drove a Nissan camper van the whole way with a trailer. I saw every kind of car on the road so easy (a little rough in some places) drive the whole way"

    "Most are accessible to any vehicle. Further on up the mountain you will find the remanence of an old train stop, cabin, train car... It's all free but there's been a fire ban all summer."

    2. Rock Creek Designated Dispersed Camping

    18 Reviews
    Silverthorne, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "WARNING: The road to the camping locations is very bumpy, narrow, and has some large rocks. AWD with high clearance or 4x4 is recommended.

    This location was great!"

    "This spot was easily accessible with high clearance. I arrived at 11am on Wednesday July 3 and only two sites were occupied."

    3. Peru Creek Designated Dispersed Camping

    12 Reviews
    Montezuma, CO
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 945-2521

    "Most SUVs will be fine on this AWD access road. There's not many difficult sections and since there are pull offs to camp or let others pass, navigating the road isn't much problem."

    "Arrived in a Thursday afternoon and found a large wide open spot just before the Chihuahua Gulch trailhead."

    4. Columbine Landing Recreation Site

    8 Reviews
    Silverthorne, CO
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "Great spot for car camping on a road trip like I was. Not far off the main interstate and little to no noise from the smaller highway that passes nearby."

    "Great location. Kinda busy some nights. A lot of in and out vans/campers. Stay 1 night or two and on their way.

    15 mins from town and everything you need."

    5. Lower Crystal Lake- Dispersed Camping

    6 Reviews
    Blue River, CO
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "We were at Lower Crystal Lake on July 27-28, 2022.  This was our first overnight backpacking trip with our 9 and 12 year old. "

    "The road up can be a bit challenging, especially for novice offroaders, but it's doable. The lake is beautiful but can be very windy."

    6. Bruno Gulch Dispersed

    13 Reviews
    Grant, CO
    19 miles
    Website

    "We arrived around Monday lunchtime. There are 19 sites in this area as they are all designated. There were only two available when we arrived so we selected site number three."

    "Great spots hidden in the trees. Dispersed free spots."

    7. North Fork Swan Road #354 - Dispersed Camping

    4 Reviews
    Breckenridge, CO
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "Little hiking trails branch out from the roundabout lot if you want to go exploring. Only one other person was there on a Wednesday afternoon in August. Beautiful scenery."

    "It’s right on the Colorado Trail, so it’s a great place to go on a walk. We’ll be back to this spot again, well worth it."

    8. Red Sandstone - Primitive Dispersed

    11 Reviews
    Vail, CO
    18 miles
    Website

    "It is a hidden gem. You can drive or walk down a mile which leads to a trail to Lost Lake, which you can swim in."

    "Plenty of dispersed camping up Red Sandstone Road. Go 2.5 miles up a smooth dirt road once you leave the paved road to reach the start of camping (head right at a junction after those 2.5 miles)."

    9. McCullough Gulch Designated Dispersed Camping

    5 Reviews
    Blue River, CO
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (970) 468-5400

    "Access road is up the groomed gravel road to McCullough Gulch Trailhead. Road has gate, but it is not closed at night. No parking along road."

    "As the other reviews describe, it’s a groomed dirt road entrance near the parking lot for the Mount Quandary trail."

    10. Ute Pass Dispersed Camping

    12 Reviews
    Heeney, CO
    19 miles

    "Just got back from a solo camping trip at the Ute pass dispersed camping site. My usual spot was under a fire ban, but I acted quick and found this place."

    "We came here after failing to find a dispersed location closer to Silverthorne. It turned out to be a hidden gem with lots of secluded sites."

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Dispersed Camping Reviews near Frisco, CO

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Guide to Frisco

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Frisco, Colorado, where stunning landscapes and serene environments await outdoor enthusiasts. With a variety of options, campers can enjoy the freedom of setting up in nature while exploring the breathtaking surroundings.

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Dispersed Campers Should Check Out McCullough Gulch

  • McCullough Gulch Designated Dispersed Camping is an ideal spot for hikers, as it provides easy access to the McCullough Gulch Waterfall trail.
  • The area around Kirby Gulch is known for its beautiful scenery and proximity to hiking trails, making it a great base for outdoor adventures.
  • If you're looking for a quieter experience, consider Ute Pass Dispersed Camping, where you can find secluded spots away from the crowds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Frisco, CO?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Frisco, CO is Boreas Pass Road Designated Dispersed Camping with a 4.6-star rating from 38 reviews.

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