Best Dispersed Camping near Molina, CO

Recent Dispersed Reviews in Molina

160 Reviews of 40 Molina Campgrounds

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  Privacy P.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 16, 2024

  Grand Junction BLM/OHV

  No camping posted

  Day use area only. Signs say NO CAMPING.

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  Jennifer B.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Pyramid Rock Camp

  Easy overnight

  Easy to find with Google maps. Plenty of open space. 15min off 70.
  Dirt road, a bit bumpy, but we easily pulled our 21ft Micro Minnie and it was doable for almost any vehicle. We didn't go to far up into the sites so I can't speak to further in. Rolled in at midnight and was still simple to find in the dark.

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  Xavier G.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

  Gorgeous, close to National Park, plenty of sites

  It is a little bit of a maze of roads, some are gonna need vehicles with higher clearance, careful not to commit too much on a road if you're unsure about your vehicle's offroading capability.  If you get to a site, most have room for 1/2 vehicles and tents.  Beautiful trees, each spot feels pretty secluded from others.  Plenty of downed trees for firewood if fire danger is low.  Will definitely come back.

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  Alexia L.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 13, 2024

  Nine Mile Hill

  Great Views, Secluded

  Found this spot and was very happy with the setup. Like other reviews, the highway noise was a bit loud but nothing too crazy, especially really late. There were other campers spread out nicely, you wouldn’t even know they were there. The road is a bit iffy so snagging a spot at the front would be best if you don’t have 4WD (my Nissan car struggled, we had to back up & turn around). Overall great spot for tent camping! Remember to leave no trace 🫶🏼🏕️🌎

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  Grace S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 10, 2024

  Black Canyon Dispersed

  Great spot, rough roads

  Some of the roads were really rutted out, but we were lucky and everything was dry so we were able to get thru in my forester. There are some spots at the beginning of the property but there are more if you follow the dirt road back another two miles or so. Beautiful views, quiet and secluded. We did find a few deer legs left behind, so keep an eye out for Mountain Lion

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  Kevin S.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 6, 2024

  Black Canyon

  Extreme solitude close to Black Canyon National Park

  Easy to find BLM land with decent roads and lots of spots. I stayed here 3 days and never saw or heard another person. It’s only 5 miles from the North Rim of Black Canyon National Park. Crawford is about 8 miles away and has some restaurants with good home cooking.

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  Kiet D.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 2, 2024

  Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

  Great for visiting Black Canyon.

  Visited the first week of October 2024. Had beautiful weather, no bugs and few campers. Sites are dirt so I can see it be being messy when wet. Only few sites at entrance for larger campers. We got into with a Bean teardrop np.

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  Chris M.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 23, 2024

  Nine Mile Hill

  Perfect off the highway spot!

  Stayed one night on the way to Colorado. Super easy to find right off the highway and plenty of spots. I was the only one there when I stayed. Highway noise isn’t too much of an issue but I did have some loud and strong winds all night.

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  Doug

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 23, 2024

  Pyramid Rock Camp

  Great views

  Apple map directions are spot on. Lots of room - I chose to go up a rutted road a ways, for privacy. There was one camper at the flat bottom. Check weather for rain chance if you don’t have 4x4.

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  Erich M.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 15, 2024

  Four Mile Road Dispersed

  Where are all the great sites???

  Went here on a Saturday in Sept after reading all the great reviews.  Drove for miles and every site taken.  There aren't many sites like people would make you think.  Have these people been to the San Jaun Mountains - so much better.  Had to drive home because just nothing available.

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  alan C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 14, 2024

  Escalante Canyon Road Dispersed (650 Rd)

  Cab be windy in the canyon

  Made camp here for 1 night traveling west. Many sites available both by the highway and down in the canyon. Canyon road was in good shape and even the largest RV could go down it. Sites were pretty level. No toilets, etc.

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  Hannah T.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 14, 2024

  Hubbard Mesa West

  Absolutely trashed

  Absolutely horrifying conditions. Litter everywhere. Glass, bullets, nails, and batteries everywhere. We were so horrified, we didn't stay.

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  Devin B.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 12, 2024

  Pyramid Rock Camp

  Peaceful

  This was a beautiful place to camp. There were a few places along the road you could stop and camp. We stayed at the farthest site out because there were other campers at the other sites. All sites could fit more that one camper if needed.

  Beautiful sunsets and sunrises at this location. The road leaving up was doable for our low clearance Winnebago solis.

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  Daniel K.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 5, 2024

  Escalante Canyon Road Dispersed (650 Rd)

  Quiet, reasonably convenient

  I was going to head 11 miles down the road but decided I’d rather have WiFi. It was a good call. Just past Labor Day, there were three of us last night about 1/2 mile off the main drag. Enough places to pull off though you can still hear some main road traffic.

  The area was clean except one site with broken glass. Clear skies with great stargazing.

  No amenities here whatsoever but that’s just fine. Comes with the free price.

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  Frank S.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 31, 2024

  BLM Camping off 139

  Basic spot nearby highway

  Very easy to get to via the 139. The drive in locations are level and the sites are easy to reach with a camper van.

  However, what surprised us was the amount of empty gun ammunition laying around on the campsite. As a European this might be more confronting than for a USA citizen, but it made us feel a bit uncomfortable. The sound of people doing target practice nearby also didn't help. Furthermore there was some burnt couches and chairs dumped on site 1 which contributed to the site feeling a bit sketchy.

  Overall, we hade a fine overnight stay.

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  Evan B.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 29, 2024

  Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

  Nice spot

  Very close to Black Canyon park, nice private spots, road was a little gutted out but the corolla made it through no problem 🤟. some coyotes howling at night and my site was pretty close to the road

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  Voyager D.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 21, 2024

  Dark Canyon Trailhead (Dispersed)

  Not Dispersed

  Not an actual site. Pin took me to a feild with horse/cows (pics attached for cuteness). The actual site is in the campground on Google Maps, but IT ISNT ALLOWED!!!

  VERY CLEARLY SIGNED CAMPING IN CAMPGROUND SITES ONLY!!!

  There is a small fire ring by the trailhead, as description says, but the signs on the road are VERY clear. Also lots of rangers patrolling, so don't risk it!!

  So, unless you wanna pay a RIDICULOUS fee for a night, not worth it at all. Would've given it one mark, but figured someone later might find a touch of value.

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  Brian E.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 14, 2024

  Grand Mesa Colorado FSR 100

  Secluded Dispersed Camp spot next to a 5 acre lake

  Well groomed dirt/gravel road just West of Rte 65. Go in 1/4 mile and turn Right down dirt path to large camping site. There is nobody for 1/2 mile or more around you. If this site is not good, up FSR 100 maybe 1/2 mile on the Right is a site up in the trees. Very secluded. This site is at 10,700 feet elevation. The lake is stream fed and looks like good trout fishing. There are free range cows in the area.

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  Ashley T.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 6, 2024

  Escalante Canyon Road Dispersed (650 Rd)

  Beautiful

  Beautiful views. Secluded. Good cell service.

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  Nathan M.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 1, 2024

  Dispersed River Site - Gunnison Gorge National Conservation

  Grate spot on the river

  Dirt road is long and occasionally bumpy. Surprisingly good Verizon signal at the spot we stayed, the ones more west were significantly slower.

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  AJ F.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 30, 2024

  Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

  Great late night spot

  Nestled right on the access road to Black Canyon of The Gunnison NP, camps did not require a ton of dirt driving to access. Camp sites are neatly nestled into the trees to provide a decent level of privacy, the trees also provide protection from the wind. Given that this land is adjacent to a National Park, be aware that less than friendly wildlife can be in the area. Overall the campground was easy to access, there was not trash any where in eyesight. I was also able to locate a camp site at 9:30p on a Saturday without much issue.

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  Hunter L.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 29, 2024

  Black Canyon Dispersed

  Great stop For Black Canyon

  Drove to the end of Jones Draw. Large fire pit already established. The site I chose was large enough to handle two jeeps and two large tents. I felt there was adequate separation between sites. The trail had few spots with deep ruts, but very manageable when dry. The location of this dispersed camping area was about a mile from the entrance to Black Canyon, which made it ideal for getting into the park first thing in the morning. Only stayed for one night, but was not displeased. Met my expectations.

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  Matthew R.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 21, 2024

  Harvey Gap BLM Dispersed

  Great location for BLM parking area

  This is a great little parking area across the street from Harvey gap State Park. There are two off-road trails coming off the parking area and you can see the water and people paddle boarding at the beach from the Sites

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  Flannel Fabe ..

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 20, 2024

  Twin Lake Dispersed Area - Grand Valley Rd

  Buggy Mesa

  A little buggy in the summer, but otherwise perfect. Make sure to bring your paddle board or fishing pole. Super quiet spot.

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  Aaliyah B.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 14, 2024

  Cotton Wood Lakes #1-4

  Cotton Wood Lake #3

  This was a great spot, it was hidden but there were a ton of people, they recently redid the back roads to get here and it was extremely busy (we had a rig pull up right next us at 1 am because there werent any spots). It is really pretty and close to Grand Junction. The misquote r pretty bad also, tons of spots, if there aren't a ton of people. Lots of lakes though and great fishing!

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  Luke R.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 5, 2024

  Dispersed River Site - Gunnison Gorge National Conservation

  Solid Campground, Slow road, right on River

  The mosquitos are plentiful but it is right on the Gunnison River and a nice looking area. Hiking trails nearby. Multiple campgrounds along the road but the road is bumpy and one way so occasionally someone has to pull over to let others pass. Great campground at the end of the road with toilets, fire pits with grills and picnic tables with roof to keep rain out. The wind was pretty intense when the skies got grey but we managed to set up camp. Again, and this is an all of Colorado thing but be prepared with all your tricks for mosquitos because they were everywhere.

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  Bobby J.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 3, 2024

  Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

  Nice Stay close to the national park

  This was a really nice stay that was very close to Black Canyon National Park. The first few spots were easy to get to but the ones farther back you have to take a fairly rutted up road, other than that it was very nice