Divide, CO

Divide, CO

Elizabeth Blaser

Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Colorado's Rocky Mountains, Divide beckons adventurers with its rugged charm and rich history. Camping near Trail 717 and Phantom Creek Trailhead in Divide offers a gateway to a world of outdoor exploration and adrenaline-fueled thrills. From traversing historic trails to immersing yourself in the region's mining heritage, there's no shortage of adventure to be found in this captivating corner of Colorado. Join us as we uncover the allure of camping in Divide, Colorado, and explore the myriad of activities awaiting outdoor enthusiasts in the surrounding areas of Colorado Springs, Cripple Creek, Manitou Springs, and Woodland Park.

Creede, CO

Creede, CO

Elizabeth Blaser
Camping - Colorado

Creede is a hidden gem with easy access to easy dirt bike and OHV trails, Wheeler Geologic Area, and Fish Creek Falls. I’ve included GPS coordinates for free, dispersed camping near town. More camping can be found outside of town, near Fish Creek Falls.

Crested Butte, CO

Crested Butte, CO

Elizabeth Blaser
Camping - Colorado

Crested Butte is the place to go for wildflowers and high alpine adventures in CO. GPS coordinates for beautiful dispersed camping locations in Crested Butte, CO are included in this post... read on for where to go and where NOT to go while you’re staying in Crested Butte!

North Sand Hills - Walden, CO

North Sand Hills - Walden, CO

Elizabeth Blaser
Camping - Colorado

North Sand Hills Recreation area near Walden, CO, offers free dispersed camping and great dirt biking or off-roading. The area is closed from Dec. 15th - April 15th for big game protection. There are scenic views of the Medicine Bow Mountains and plenty of National Forest Land nearby. Make sure you have this on your calendar for your 2020 camping itinerary. This area is approximately 3 hours from Denver and is near the Colorado-Wyoming border.

Buena Vista and Nathrop, CO - Brown's Creek Falls

Buena Vista and Nathrop, CO - Brown's Creek Falls

Elizabeth Blaser
Camping - Colorado

Buena Vista and Nathrop are great areas for boondocking and free camping during the late spring and early summer months. The valley is typically warm and the camping areas are free of snow by late April. While you’re camping in Buena Vista I recommend you visit the ghost town of St. Elmo, off-road or dirt bike up Mt. Princeton, and relax at the end of the day in the hot pools of Mount Princeton Hot Springs. If dirt biking or off-roading isn’t for you, there are many beautiful hikes nearby.