This is a convenient spot right off US 285 between BV and Salida. We arrived just after 10 am on the Friday of July fourth weekend and got what we think was the best spot for our truck and 20’ travel trailer - in the large clearing just before it narrows and goes downhill a bit to two more smaller sites. Our spot was somewhat level and we didn’t see any trash or waste other than the standard stray pop tabs and rubber bands. Highway noise didn’t bother us since we were in a trailer. The only negative was that since we were essentially parked in a large clearing, there wasn’t much privacy. For a free campsite with an amazing view of the Collegiate Peaks this definitely deserves a 5-star rating. Reminder for y’all to go through the mud and not around it… oh, and you can fill your water tanks in BV for $4 at the public works building, 755 Gregg Dr (no dump station).