Summary
There are no toilets, water, fire rings, grills, picnic tables, or hookups, so campers must be fully self-sufficient. Accessible via Forest Roads near Buena Vista, it's suitable for high-clearance vehicles and small RVs. Set in a high-desert landscape with sweeping views of the Collegiate Peaks, the area boasts stunning sunrises and stargazing. Popular nearby trails include the Colorado Trail and access to Fourmile Recreation Area. Best visited from late spring to early fall for mild weather and clear access roads.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Grand View
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Long Draw Campground
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Long Draw
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Hagues Creek
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Grandview Campground
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Desolation
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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NOHRSC LONG DRAW RESVR SNOTEL
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2" |
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LONG DRAW RESV
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1" |
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NOHRSC WILLOW PARK
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8" |
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WILLOW PARK
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8" |
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JOE WRIGHT
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4" |
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NOHRSC JOE WRIGHT
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4" |
Big South
Headwaters To Fan Lake
Headwaters To Ends 0.5 Miles Upstream From End Of Fern Lake Road
Headwaters To Boundary Of Rocky Mountain National Park
Begins 0.5 Miles Away From Trail Ridge Road To Ends Where River Segment Exits Rocky Mountain National Park
Spencer Heights
Long Draw #2 Fishing Site
Long Draw #3 Fishing Site
Trap Lake
Mirror Lake - RMNP
Zimmerman Lake