This US Forest Service trailhead campground sits within Arapaho National Forest near Rand, Colorado, with forested sites alongside a creek. The facility operates under a no-pets policy, distinguishing it from most forest service locations. Access details and specific amenities aren't well-documented in available information.
Campers can explore places to camp around Arapaho National Forest for additional forest service options. Nearby alternatives include Sheep Mountain Dispersed Site to the north and East Branch Willow Creek to the northeast. Check current forest service regulations before arrival, as trailhead facilities may have seasonal restrictions.
Description
Designated trailhead with access to trails into Troublesome Basin roadless areas. Access to Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. There is plenty of parking at the Bill Miller Trailhead for horse trailers. The Troublesome Creek Trail is one of the most popular trails for horse users as well as hikers. The trail follows the East Fork of the Troublesome, providing good fishing and camping. This trail provides access to most of the trails in the area. This trail lies within the Troublesome Area. Motorized use on any trail in the area is prohibited. There may also be confusion due to the many game trails made by cattle grazing in the area. No developed facilities. Setting is at interface of sagebrush/aspen/conifer forest area. Timberline is at approximately 10,500 feet elevation. This area is managed by the Parks Ranger District.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundTroublesome Pass Trailhead is located in Colorado
Directions
From Walden. Drive south on Hwy 125 passing through the small town of Rand. Approximately 4 miles past Rand turn right on Forest Road 106. Drive approximately 6 miles to the intersection of Forest Road 106 and 715. Take the left hand fork following the 106 Road approximately 6 miles to the intersection of roads 106 and 730. Go approximately 0.3 miles west on road 730, then turn back east on a unmaintained road. Follow the road east, then curving south and uphill for approximately one mile to the Troublesome Pass Trailhead. This road can be extremely rough, extremely slippery, and require high clearance 4WD with considerable nerve under many conditions.
Coordinates
40.32798089 N
106.21229567 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 4 min from Denver, CO
- 2 hrs 14 min from Boulder, CO
- 2 hrs 46 min from Greeley, CO
- 2 hrs 50 min from Fort Collins, CO
