Shavano Mountain

Possibly the best dispersed camping I’ve found. Lots of sites, lots of privacy, great views. Only slight downside is that it has been pretty windy, but it’s not the end of the world.

The road up is a bit washed out but I’ve seen a few cars up here that I wouldn’t have expected to get past that, so it isn’t too bad.

Also, the Applejack RV resort you pass by on the way in offers showers for $7 if you’re in need.

If you are in a 2wd car or small suv, stay on a and b loop. There is one hill thats steep and loose rock to get up here and the views are only marginally better. Dont risk it if you have a 2wd heavy van. Not saying it cant be done, just saying there is a measurable risk for inexperienced drivers in low clearance cars. The views are amazing and the road keeps going up and up well beyond where I stopped. Honestly tho only go up here is the loops below are full its not much different but the whole area is amazing. Pack an extra blanket it gets cold and windy at night up here

Three loops of camping to explore. Each one with incredible views of the valley and/or mountains. Primitive dispersed camping at its best. Bumpy road in but just take it slow.

great weather, great views, easy to find and navigate. a little bit of a bumpy road coming up, but nothing too bad at all. i haven’t seen anyone and i’ve been here all day. also great T - mobile connectivity

Great access, up to 100 spots?! Largest dispersed I’ve seen.

Sites are spaced better than at Burmac. You can still hear the highway, but I think it’s the just the valley, I can’t see it.

So this area got busy on a Friday night so we drove back pretty far to get a spot. It was also midnight so we was late. There’s three areas. A,B, and C loop. Rock fire pits and it was quiet and the stars was wild. And bugs wasn’t as bad as other places.

I stayed here 4 years ago and didn't leave a review because it was a mess. However they have made major improvements since then. All the trash has been cleaned up, the roads are all well marked as well as the campsites. So much better than the last time I was here. I would for sure recommend it. I brought a small 20 foot RV. Pulled by a 2 wheel drive tundra. The road in is a little bit rough but I had no trouble. Slow and steady. Once you get up the entrance it is easy driving.

Great spot to pitch the tent for the night. Relatively easy to drive into, I stayed on the C loop and had some great views. Very windy all evening and night but oh well. Would recommend

Amazing vistas! Big private sites. Tough road that gets progressively technical as you go farther up towards trail head.

The site I found has great views and other sites are far. Can see Salida from site. Very rough road.

Great views of the mountains and some site you get to see the city below. Verizon I have 2 bars of 5g. Cows are grazing, they’re great but leash up pets. Perfect spot if you want to camp and explore the local area. 80 degrees with most sites offering shade from trees. Road can’t get difficult for cars at one spot. Easier to travel during day