Best Dispersed Camping near Molina, CO

Dispersed Camping Reviews near Molina, CO

199 Reviews of 43 Molina Campgrounds

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  Matthew V.

  Guide

  Oct. 9, 2020

  Four Mile Road Dispersed

  Easy drive. Tons of sites

  Had a quick stop over here on the way to Dinosaur National Monument. No ATT phone service beyond a certain point. This is all primitive camping and heavily used by 4x4 ATVs. There are no facilities ie: Toilets, power, water or fire pits. The road was easy no need for high clearance or 4wheel drive. Heavy wildlife area, had a fox come right up to my car as I was making coffee. Only 30 minutes from Glenwood Springs. Would stay again 9/10 would recommend.

  Remember to pack in pack out.

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  robherr

  Ranger

  Sep. 15, 2018

  Hubbard Mesa OHV East - BLM

  For a free campsite in Southwest Colorado, it's not bad

  Hubbard Mesa area is an off highway vehicle area that is managed by the Bureau of Land Management.

  There's not much in this area except a small little campsite right off the road. I didn't explore all the rest of the HOV cuz I wasn't in a four-wheeler, but it was perfect for an overnight stay on a motorcycle trip to Sturgis.

  The Road in is dirt and there are no durable paved surfaces anywhere, so I would imagine if it had rained this would be a muddy mess.

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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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  Jeff L.

  Scout

  Jul. 4, 2023

  Four Mile Road Dispersed

  4 mile dispersed

  There are many sites all over the place up there. Some are big enough for groups of RV's some are small, private tent spots. Some offer magicians views others are in dense vegetation along water. We found no cell reception for miles. There are easy sites next to the main gravel roads and more secluded sites off of many various "Jeep trails". No services, no running water, no electric, no cable TV, no bathrooms, no showers, no dump stations, no picnic tables, etc. It's the forest.

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  Kat T.

  Traveler

  Aug. 1, 2025

  Twin Lake Dispersed Area - Grand Valley Rd

  Beautiful and Quiet

  I was up there on a Tuesday-Wednesday so it was very quiet and there was no one else at the site. It’s right on the water although there is a drop off you have to climb down, but it’s not bad. There were some cattle that walked through as I was setting up but otherwise very chill. All sites had areas for parking and fire rings. Driving off the forest road and onto the small road getting up to the campsite, 4WD isn’t required but highly recommended, it is a very rough road. High clearance is necessary. The sites seemed kinda close to each other however there are trees and stumps that define each site. Amazing views, light rain, and still my favorite forest.

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  Lauren M.

  Traveler

  Aug. 2, 2022

  Hubbard Mesa OHV East - BLM

  Nice place to stay for the night!

  The ground was exceptionally muddy so my subaru forester did some off roading which was a bit of an adventure, but otherwise had a lovely view and a great place to car camp. We cleaned up some trash in the area but otherwise pretty clean. The entrance was muddy and difficult for my car so if you don't have high clearance I don't recommend driving further past the gravel path. Saw some vans parked up there and we decided to travel out a little further.

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  Shanda H.

  Scout

  Jul. 17, 2025

  Escalante Canyon Road Dispersed (650 Rd)

  Great one night pull off

  Location was right off the road but once you drive about 5 minutes down the road you cannot hear any traffic. No other campers. Road was packed gravel almost like highway. We have camper van and our site and most of them were flat and had established fire rings. Dry and dessert landscapes.

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  Treavor U.

  Guide

  Jun. 27, 2021

  Black Canyon Dispersed Camping

  Lifesaver

  This was my first time using Dyrt and accessing BLM/public land. The campgrounds at Black Canyon OTG were packed and hotels in the area were outrageously priced (2-star hotel for $200). I got in at around 7/8pm. I slept in my car and enjoyed it! You can totally car/tent camp or RV it; whatever. Just respect the land. The roads further in are "fun". My stock-wheeled SUV did ok on them but if you have a trailer, it might be hard to turn around. If you're low-to-the-ground car, don't bother going back there. All-terrainers will be fine. Some sites look like they're made for one, but you can probably squeeze in 2 or 3 for anyone traveling as a group. Megafauna: I saw deer on my way out. I was fearful of bears but the natl park literature I got later didn't list them. So you're probably good. Obviously, no toilets except at the park.

  Verizon LTE unstable 1-2 bars. So close to the park that you can get there early and beat the crowds.

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  GoWhereYouAreDraw N.

  Legend

  Aug. 1, 2021

  Overland Reservoir (Dispersed)-Paonia RD

  Peaceful location

  Stocked reservoir with rainbow and brook trout. Smaller fish but fun fishing. 

  The dispersed camping is located on the east side of the reservoir. Vault toilets located here and no water(except the reservoir). All camping is first-come, first-serve. Bring bug spray as the mosquitoes are pretty bad here.