Top Dispersed Camping near Lake George, CO

Best Dispersed Camping Sites Near Lake George, CO (76)

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   1.

   Matukat Road Dispersed Camping

   14 Reviews

   55 Photos

   589 Saves

   Lake George, Colorado

   • Pets
   • Fires
   • Tents
   • Group
   • Equestrian
   • Dispersed
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   Mount Herman Road Dispersed Camping

   25 Reviews

   72 Photos

   974 Saves

   Monument, Colorado

   Part of Pike and San Isabel National Forests Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands. Mount Herman Trail begins at a small parking area on a switchback on Mount Herman Road. This trail provides a 2-mile one-way hike to the summit of Mt. Herman.

   • Pets
   • Fires
   • Phone Service
   • Dispersed
   • Firewood Available
   • Alcohol
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   Cascade-Chipita Park/Woodland Park

   18 Reviews

   75 Photos

   522 Saves

   Green Mountain Falls, Colorado

   Primitive camping off Rampart Range Road. Some fire rings.

   • Pets
   • Fires
   • Phone Service
   • ADA Access
   • Dispersed
   • Alcohol
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   4.

   Buffalo Creek Recreation Area

   20 Reviews

   74 Photos

   1298 Saves

   Buffalo Creek, Colorado

   The Buffalo Creek Recreation Area contains over 50 miles of multi-use, non-motorized trails that tie into the Colorado Trail in several places. There are numerous options available for riding or hiking. Some of the old logging roads provide two-track while connecting trails offer single track. It takes about an 1.5 hours to drive to this area from Denver. Please know and respect local area restrictions including; parking and camping in designated sites only. Developed camping is available at nearby Forest Service campgrounds including Buffalo, Green Mountain, Kelsey, and Meadows Group Campground.

   • Pets
   • Phone Service
   • Reservable
   • ADA Access
   • Dispersed
   • Toilets
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   Rampart Range Road - Dispersed Camping

   13 Reviews

   53 Photos

   515 Saves

   Green Mountain Falls, Colorado

   • Pets
   • Fires
   • Phone Service
   • Dispersed
   • Alcohol
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   Tarryall Creek- Dispersed Camping

   9 Reviews

   31 Photos

   513 Saves

   Lake George, Colorado

   Per camper review, high clearance 4x4 vehicle recommended

   • Pets
   • Fires
   • RVs
   • Tents
   • Group
   • Standard (Tent/RV)
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   Rampart Range Area Dispersed Campsite

   7 Reviews

   9 Photos

   251 Saves

   Green Mountain Falls, Colorado

   Don't want to camp in a developed campground? There are many places on the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands where you can pitch a tent and practice low impact camping techniques. Dispersed camping is primitive, undevleoped, frontcountry "car camping".

   Remember: when dispersed camping, no toilets, trash service, or potable water, are available. Store all food and trash securely, and pack out what you pack in. Practice Leave No Trace.

   Please observe the following requirements when dispersed camping:

   In some areas, dispersed camping and parking is allowed in designated sites only. Do not create resource damage by driving off-road, beyond designated parking locations, or behind barriers. Parking should be within 30' of site markers where posted. Developed sites, including trailheads and picnic areas, are closed to overnight camping and allow for day use activities only. Tread lightly, and avoid trampling sensitive vegetation. Locate your camp at least 100' from any water source. Use catholes to properly dispose of human and pet waste; bury waste in a cathole at least 6-8" deep and 200’ from any water source. Packing out human and pet waste using self-contained waste disposal systems is encouraged. Campfires are allowed at overnight sites as long as fire restrictions aren’t in place. You may gather small amounts of down, dead wood for a campfire. Use existing fire rings; keep your campfire small and always make sure it is completely extinguished before leaving. No campfires outside of designated overnight sites. BEARS and other wildlife When you go to the mountains and forest, you are in bear county. Do not leave ANY food, trash or other animal attractant unattended. Store all food and trash securely and pack out what you pack in. Failing to do so can result in a fine. Also be aware that; where not otherwise restricted, camping or leaving camping equipment at any location more than 14 days within a continuous 30 day period, and/or occupying any campsite within three miles of any prior camping or equipment location for a combined total of more than 28 days within any continuous 60 day period, is prohibited. Also, leaving camping equipment unattended for more than 24 hours is not allowed. In addition; discharging a firearm is prohibited within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, developed recreation site, or occupied area; or across or on a National Forest System road or a body of water, or in any manner or place whereby any person or property is exposed to injury or damage as a result of such discharge. Plan your trip; phone ahead for restrictions and special regulations. Contact your local Ranger District office for more information.

   • Fires
   • Phone Service
   • ADA Access
   • Tents
   • Group
   • Standard (Tent/RV)
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   Forest Service Road 250 Dispersed

   4 Reviews

   22 Photos

   98 Saves

   Lake George, Colorado

   Primitive camping alongside Forest Service Road 250

   Don't want to camp in a developed campground? There are many places on the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands where you can pitch a tent and practice low impact camping techniques. Dispersed camping is primitive, undevleoped, frontcountry "car camping".

   Remember: when dispersed camping, no toilets, trash service, or potable water, are available. Store all food and trash securely, and pack out what you pack in. Practice Leave No Trace.

   Please observe the following requirements when dispersed camping:

   In some areas, dispersed camping and parking is allowed in designated sites only. Do not create resource damage by driving off-road, beyond designated parking locations, or behind barriers. Parking should be within 30' of site markers where posted. Developed sites, including trailheads and picnic areas, are closed to overnight camping and allow for day use activities only. Tread lightly, and avoid trampling sensitive vegetation. Locate your camp at least 100' from any water source. Use catholes to properly dispose of human and pet waste; bury waste in a cathole at least 6-8" deep and 200’ from any water source. Packing out human and pet waste using self-contained waste disposal systems is encouraged. Campfires are allowed at overnight sites as long as fire restrictions aren’t in place. You may gather small amounts of down, dead wood for a campfire. Use existing fire rings; keep your campfire small and always make sure it is completely extinguished before leaving. No campfires outside of designated overnight sites. BEARS and other wildlife When you go to the mountains and forest, you are in bear county. Do not leave ANY food, trash or other animal attractant unattended. Store all food and trash securely and pack out what you pack in. Failing to do so can result in a fine. Also be aware that; where not otherwise restricted, camping or leaving camping equipment at any location more than 14 days within a continuous 30 day period, and/or occupying any campsite within three miles of any prior camping or equipment location for a combined total of more than 28 days within any continuous 60 day period, is prohibited. Also, leaving camping equipment unattended for more than 24 hours is not allowed. In addition; discharging a firearm is prohibited within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, developed recreation site, or occupied area; or across or on a National Forest System road or a body of water, or in any manner or place whereby any person or property is exposed to injury or damage as a result of such discharge. Plan your trip; phone ahead for restrictions and special regulations. Contact your local Ranger District office for more information.

   • Pets
   • Fires
   • Phone Service
   • Dispersed
   • Alcohol
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   Rainbow Falls - Dispersed Camping

   7 Reviews

   10 Photos

   305 Saves

   Woodland Park, Colorado

   The Rainbow Falls area offers many motorized roads and trails for four-wheel drive and off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts. This area contains several motorized trails open to motor vehicles 50 inches, or less, in overall width. The roads and trails in this area connect to the North Rampart Range OHV riding area as well. The North Rampart Range riding area is managed by the South Platte Ranger District. Be sure to consult with the Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) for offical Forest Service routes that are open to motorized vehicles. Free Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs) are available at your local Forest Service Ranger District office. Please pick up a MVUM before you head out. These maps identify the designated Forest Service roads, and the designated motorized trails, that are open to motorized use. They also and identify what types of vehicles are allowed on the different types of routes that are displayed on the MVUM.

   • Pets
   • Fires
   • Phone Service
   • Reservable
   • Dispersed
   • Picnic Table
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    10.

    North Round Mountain

    3 Reviews

    4 Photos

    29 Saves

    Lake George, Colorado

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Dispersed