The sound of Boehmer Creek flowing alongside Forest Service Road 376 creates a natural soundtrack for campers at this dispersed site in Pike National Forest. Multiple pull-off areas along the eight-mile forest road provide tent and RV camping spots, though low-hanging branches and narrow, rutted sections make access challenging for larger rigs.
Creek-adjacent sites fill first, offering flat areas for tents and established fire rings. Erik I. found a "HUGE site right next to a creek" during a midweek visit. The dispersed layout spreads campers across multiple clearings, with enough separation that neighbors remain visible but not intrusive. Several reviewers mention finding sites with multiple fire pits, indicating areas that can accommodate group camping.
Trout fishing draws anglers to Boehmer Creek, while nearby Skagway Reservoir provides additional water recreation. Wildlife sightings include deer and chipmunks, though encounters remain infrequent. The forested terrain offers hiking access, and campers often use the area as a base for exploring the broader region's trails and lakes.
Road conditions vary significantly by approach route and weather. The Victor access requires passage through an 11-foot-2-inch clearance tunnel but maintains better road surfaces than the Colorado Springs approach, which becomes particularly rough after rainfall. Most reviewers recommend two-wheel-drive capability as sufficient in dry conditions. Campers should pack insect repellent during warmer months and prepare for limited cell coverage. The town of Victor, seven miles away, provides the nearest supply access for camping near Victor.
Trash left by previous visitors appears in several reviews, requiring campers to pack out others' debris along with their own. This free camping area works best for self-sufficient campers comfortable with basic dispersed camping and variable road access.
Description
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.
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Location
Dispersed CampingGold Camp Road/Forest Service Road 376 Dispersed is located in Colorado
Coordinates
38.745348331375794 N
105.01311737567177 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/24/26- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/24/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- 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 38 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 1 hr 58 min from Pueblo, CO
- 2 hrs 26 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 50 min from Boulder, CO
