Accessible via rough roads that require caution for heavier rigs, Texas Creek Dispersed OHV provides free camping on BLM land near Cotopaxi. The area features one large camping zone and an even larger parking area, both situated in forested terrain alongside Texas Creek. A vault toilet sits at the end of the parking area.
Recent campers report the site remains quiet and clean, though access conditions depend heavily on recent weather. The 30-foot rig limit appears manageable during dry conditions, but rain can create challenging road surfaces. This dispersed site works well for OHV enthusiasts and campers comfortable with primitive facilities who want to avoid fees while staying near campgrounds around Cotopaxi.
Description
The Texas Creek Recreation area is located west of Canon City and is a popular high-use area for motorized recreation users. The area is often rideable year round because it doesn't get much snow, and the snow it does get usually melts quickly. There are some mines and prospects to look at, and views from the higher hills reveal scenic views of the Sangre de Cristo Range. This area has around 45 miles of marked trails the range from easy 4x4 road to narrow and rocky ATV trails with sharp switchbacks. At lower elevations the trails wind through a mix of various scrub, juniper and pinon pine trees. As you continue to climb in elevation, the vegetation changes to mostly spruce, aspen, and Douglas- fir trees. Mule deer, bighorn sheep and elk can sometimes be seen in this area. For more information, please contact the Royal Gorge Field Office.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsTexas Creek Dispersed OHV is located in Colorado near Cotopaxi
Directions
From Canon City take West about 25 miles. Turn right (North) onto Fremont County Road 27 (Look for the Texas Creek Store). Proceed over bridge and continue about a ½ mile and follow sign for OHV parking. From Salida Head east out of town on E Rainbow Blvd/US-50 E. Continue approximately 31.1 miles to Fremont County Road 27. Turn north on Fremont County Road 27 to access trails
Coordinates
38.41580863260883 N
105.58595147676392 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
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 4 min from Pueblo, CO
- 1 hr 25 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 2 hrs 17 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 40 min from Boulder, CO
