CAMPSITE 1.2

Amenities Weather Recreation


CAMPING COLORADO

Campsite 1.2


May 7, 2024

Campsite 1.2 is a popular camping area located in the beautiful state of Colorado. This campground is situated in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, providing visitors with stunning views of the surrounding natural landscape.

One of the main attractions of this campground is its proximity to a number of popular hiking trails, including the Continental Divide Trail and the Colorado Trail. Visitors can also take in the breathtaking scenery of the nearby Mount Elbert and the Sawatch Range.

The campground itself offers a range of amenities, including picnic tables, fire pits, and access to clean drinking water. There are also restroom facilities available for visitors.

Interesting facts about the area include that Mount Elbert is the highest peak in Colorado, and the second tallest in the contiguous United States after Mount Whitney in California. Additionally, the Sawatch Range is home to over a dozen peaks that exceed 14,000 feet in elevation.

The best time of year to visit Campsite 1.2 is typically from June through September, as the weather is generally mild and the campground is open during these months. Average temperatures during this time range from the 50s to the 70s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should always be prepared for sudden weather changes and should check weather forecasts before setting out on any hikes or explorations in the area.

Overall, Campsite 1.2 is an excellent destination for anyone seeking a peaceful and scenic camping experience in the heart of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.




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Rafting & Kayaking

HEADWATERS TO ENDS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 4
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
COLORADO RIVER SEGMENT 5
Colorado headwaters Watershed, Colorado
WIGMAN CLUB TO STRONTIA RESERVOIR
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
ESTABROOK TO CLIFFDALE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
HEADWATERS TO HOLY CROSS WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Eagle Watershed, Colorado
EAST FORK ARKANSAS RIVER
Arkansas Headwaters Watershed, Colorado
BEGINS 0.5 MILES UPSTREAM FROM END OF COUNTY HWY 115 TO EASTERN BOUNDARY OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
St. Vrain Watershed, Colorado
CLIFFDALE TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH PLATTE
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado
NORTH FORK--INSMONT TO ESTABROOK
Upper South Platte Watershed, Colorado

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