San Carlos Ranger District
Pike and San Isabel National Forests • Colorado
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BLANKET STATEMENTS FOR TRAVEL MANAGEMENT Map Revisions The designations shown on this map will remain in effect until revised with the publication of anew map. In January of each year, this motor vehicle use map will either be revised with the publication of a new map, or it will be validated for the new year by the Ranger District with a red stamp that says: "Valid for Year 20__". Parking/Dispersed Camping on the San Isabel National Forest
+ Where designated parking areas are not available, and where not specifically prohibited,
unsafe, or causing resource damage, parking on National Forest System lands within one
vehicle length off of designated routes is authorized.
* Dispersed camping is authorized on National Forest System lands except in specially
designated areas that are closed to camping.
* Motorized dispersed camping is authorized within one vehicle length off of designated
National Forest System routes, where not specifically prohibited, unsafe, or causing
resource damage.
* Check with the local National Forest District office for current information on areas
closed to camping and for other travel management information.
Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs)
Download official MVUM PDFs to see which roads allow camping. These maps show designated routes open to motor vehicle use.
Campgrounds in San Carlos Ranger District
Alvarado
Developed campground with reservable, equestrian, and first-come, first-served sites. Nearby attractions: access to the Sangre …
Bear Lake
Bear Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation …
Blue Lake
Blue Lake Campground is located in the beautiful San Isabel National Forest at an elevation …
Cordova Pass
Cordova Pass Picnic Area and Campground offer picnicking, tent camping only, hiking, and fishing. The …
Davenport
Davenport Campground has been rebuilt to evoke the historic character of the first Forest Service …
Lake Creek
Lake Creek is a small, 11 site campground shaded with abundant trees. Some sites are …
About San Carlos Ranger District
San Carlos Ranger District is a ranger district within Pike and San Isabel National Forests in Colorado. This district allows dispersed camping on National Forest land.
There are 315.5 miles of roads designated for dispersed camping within this district. Download the Dispersed app to see exact road locations with GPS navigation.
Always check current conditions and fire restrictions before camping. Follow Leave No Trace principles and pack out all trash.
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