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Zapata Falls

Pull-outs along the road to Zapata Falls serve as the de facto camping spots here. No fire pits, no designated sites. Campers park roadside and set up where space allows, with open sightlines toward the surrounding high desert and mountains. Privacy is limited. The Rio Grande National Forest Zapata Falls Campground sits nearby for those wanting a more structured setup. Bring everything needed, including firewood alternatives, since no fire infrastructure exists on site.

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Map & DirectionsZapata Falls is located in Colorado near Blanca

Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

37.622223920223206 N
105.56764646894877 W

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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.

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Kevin V.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 1, 2026

Not really camping

This is before the actual paid campground up the mountainside. Just the soft shoulder section of the paved road leading up. not viable camping in my opinion.

You're better off camping just to the south at Lake Como road, there are endless free camp spots

Month of VisitJuly

Robert Y.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 1, 2026

Beautiful place to stay

My wife and i were to sand dunes and found this campground with Dyrt app got our permit and found a beautiful site to stay had an awesome sunset and some rain showers

Site21

Month of VisitAugust

C L.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 28, 2026

Dispersed Camping Close to Dunes

There’s pull out / turns ours off the side of the road leading up to Zapata Falls. No fire pits. Not really a camping area, but the closest free camping to Zapata Falls and the Dunes that there is. About 8-10 miles, 15 mins to the Dunes. Great views, but not really private. Works for me though for just a quick rest.

Month of VisitJune