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The BEST Free Dispersed Camping Near Leadville, CO

Historic Leadville, Colorado is a true mountain town gem. Known as the highest incorporated city in North America, Leadville is situated at a stunning 10,200 feet above sea-level. All that elevation means you’ll have access to some of Colorado’s best … Read More

Sunset over snowy mt. Wilson, dispersed camping near Telluride

The Best Free Dispersed Camping Near Telluride, CO

Ah, Telluride. From festivals to fly fishing, there’s always something awesome to do in this iconic mountain town. Tucked into a box canyon in the pristine San Juan Mountains, Telluride is the perfect place to experience the best of Colorado’s … Read More

Mountains with grass in foreground near Silverton, Colorado

The 10 Best Free Dispersed Camping Areas Near Silverton, CO

The rugged San Juan Mountains are home to some of Colorado’s most spectacular scenery and best outdoor recreation. Silverton, a historic mining town located between Ouray and Durango along the famous Million Dollar Highway, is perfectly positioned for exploring all … Read More

Mountains in the sunset near Buena Vista Colorado

The Best Free Dispersed Camping Near Buena Vista, CO

Buena Vista is arguably one of Colorado’s best mountain towns. Not only does it have great beer and cool vibes, it is perfectly situated for exploring some of the region’s most beautiful wilderness, including the spectacular Collegiate Peaks and the … Read More

Guide to Camping on the Walker’s Haute Route

Some people say that camping on the Walker’s Haute Route is a more challenging version of the Tour du Mont Blanc. While there are arguably many similarities (including the fact that the routes overlap for a couple of stages), to … Read More

The Complete Guide to Camping in Badlands National Park

Badlands National Park, located in southwestern South Dakota, is one of the America’s most unique National Parks. The stunning landscape of sand colored buttes, towering rock formations, and one of the United State’s largest areas of grassland prairie make this … Read More

The Complete Guide to Camping in Great Sand Dunes National Park

The Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is one of Colorado’s most iconic landscapes. The stunning sand dunes, some up to 700 feet tall (!), are set against the spectacular backdrop of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. We … Read More

Guide to Conundrum Hot Springs

Conundrum Hot Springs, located in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness just outside of Aspen, Colorado is a truly incredible backcountry experience. The 8.5-mile long hike along Conundrum Creek leads you to natural hot springs with fantastic views of the entire valley. This is a one-of-a-kind hike is an experience that you’ll never forget. We’ll walk you through everything you need to know to plan your very own Conundrum Hot Springs trip.

(Note: The Conundrum Hot Springs trail and backcountry area experience very heavy usage, and have suffered in recent years as a result. The Forest Service is implementing a reservation system beginning in 2018, which will hopefully help to keep this wilderness area pristine. Please do your part by abiding by the Leave No Trace backcountry practices.)

Guide to Lake Verna/East Inlet Backpacking

Lake Verna, located on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park and accessible via the East Inlet trailhead, offers some of the most spectacular backpacking in the region. Less crowded than other areas of Rocky Mountain National Park, Lake Verna and the East Inlet trail make for a fantastic backcountry adventure in Colorado’s most famous national park. We’ll walk you through everything you need to know to plan your own Lake Verna backpacking trip.

Guide to Backpacking to Craig Meadows

Craig Meadows, located just south the town of Bailey, offers a great Colorado weekend backpacking trip. Reachable in less than an hour from Denver and often free of snow early in the season, Craig Meadows makes for an easy backpacking escape from Colorado’s Front Range. We’ll walk you through everything you need to know to plan your own trip to Craig Meadows.