Drive-in access along a forest road in San Isabel National Forest puts this dispersed site among pine and aspen at North Fork on South Arkansas River. Campers should note that signage in the area can create confusion about where legal camping is permitted, so arriving with a clear understanding of dispersed camping regulations is worth the preparation. Bear activity has been reported nearby. Those exploring campgrounds around Poncha Springs will find this site suits self-sufficient campers who bring their own water and expect no developed facilities.
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Map & DirectionsNorth Fork on South Arkansas River is located in Colorado near Poncha Springs
Coordinates
38.55660471 N
106.1966267 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 7/21/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 5/24/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 7/21/26
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 5/24/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if North Fork on South Arkansas River needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 51 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 12 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 36 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 45 min from Boulder, CO
