Free dispersed camping along North Fork Swan Road sits within White River National Forest above Breckenridge, accessible via a rough dirt road that filters out low-clearance vehicles. One reviewer with a 19-foot travel trailer bottomed out and turned back, while another managed the route in a 13-foot trailer by going slow. High-clearance vehicles have the easiest time. The road is a genuine consideration, not a minor footnote.
Campers who make it up find a large dirt roundabout that serves as a natural staging area, with more private spots available farther up the road. "Little hiking trails branch out from the roundabout lot if you want to go exploring," notes Leah S., and the area also sits directly on the Colorado Trail. Recreational vehicles pass through during daylight hours, but overnight noise tends to drop off. Cell service cuts out past the Blair Witch Trailhead, so navigation and communication should be sorted before arriving. Porta-potties have been spotted at a nearby turnout, though their availability isn't guaranteed.
The campsite is free, fires are permitted, and dogs are welcome. Weekday visits in summer tend to draw light crowds. Noise from adjacent camping areas has occasionally been an issue on busier nights, so weekday arrivals reduce that risk. Campers looking for other dispersed options in the area can check out CR 331 Dispersed near Swan River or browse campgrounds near White River National Forest for a broader set of choices.
Description
Approximately 3.3 miles from the beginning of the North Fork Road you will come to the ruins of the old mining camp of Rexford, just past Garibaldi Gulch. The North Fork Road leads you through thick areas of lodgepole pine and several clear cut areas. The road does eventually come to a dead-end so be prepared to turn-around and follow your same route back down. * There is a printable Recreation Quicksheet for this road which is complete with directions, a map, details, and other information about this trail: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5186855.pdf Off-highway vehicles must be registered with Colorado State Parks. Out-of-state residents who bring OHVs into Colorado must purchase a Colorado Non-Resident OHV permit. STAY ON DESIGNATED ROADS TO PREVENT RESOURCE DAMAGE. This road is intersected by potentially dangerous avalanche paths. Please travel appropriately. Horses not recommended due to high motorized use
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsNorth Fork Swan Road #354 is located in Colorado near Breckenridge
Dispersed CampingDirections
From I-70 take Exit 203, Frisco/Breckenridge, and travel south on HWY 9 toward Breckenridge. After approximately 6.7 miles turn left onto Tiger Road (CR 6). Travel east on Tiger Road for approximately 5.7 miles and turn left onto North Fork Road (FDR 354).
Coordinates
39.51650250542414 N
105.93767695036968 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 43 min from Denver, CO
- 1 hr 53 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 29 min from Fort Collins, CO
- 2 hrs 31 min from Colorado Springs, CO
