![]() ![]() There are also other options around the Wellington Lake area too. Only an hour from Denver, Lost Creek Wilderness offers a variety of free dispersed camping perfect for low-elevation camping adventures.Ĭheck out Stoney Pass Road near Segment Three of the Colorado Trail. It takes a while for the snow to melt in the Rockies, but every year, you get the itch to go camping early in the season. Most people don’t know that you can’t really camp in the mountains until mid to late June. Keep in mind it’s only one vehicle length and turnarounds can get tricky. We’ve taken our teardrop camper up there. The road up the pass is rough, but doable with most SUVs and a little care. ![]() One of the best things about free camping in Colorado is you almost always have a scenic mountain drive nearby. You’ll practically stumble onto the Continental Divide Trail and be greeted with stunning views of Indian Peaks, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Eagles Nest Wilderness. Pro Tip: Camp low and head up to the top of the pass at sunset. Keep in mind the higher you go, the scarcer wood is and the more susceptible you are to the unruly high-alpine weather. Free camping starts almost immediately and winds its way up until you reach the pass. Make your way down Forest Road 202 past the Henderson mine. As some of the best free camping in Colorado, it’s great to have this spot so close to home. In fact, the annual pilgrimage to this place has become quite a ritual every year. Whenever I need a quick alpine getaway (think 40 minutes from the city), I head to Jones Pass.
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