Browns Creek Dispersed Camping
Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands
Write a Review FR-272 Nathrop, CO 81236 719-539-3591 Official WebsiteGPS: 38.6692, -106.1594
Overview of Browns Creek Dispersed Camping
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads.
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Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by camper-804689 on 7/11/2024
Longest RV Reported: 45 feet (Class A)
Reported by Our Epic Field Trip on 7/15/2019
Pad Type dirt
Open Seasonally May to Oct
Elevation 8,891 ft / 2,709 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Browns Creek Dispersed Camping 18 people have reviewed this location.
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Confirmed by 10 Users
Last reported 7/11/2024
Confirmed by 5 Users
Last reported 8/15/2022
Confirmed by 2 Users
Last reported 6/20/2020
“Very noisy and Dusty cars all day ”
Reviewed 7/11/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
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Anywhere you stay in Browns Creek is very noisy and Dusty lot of cars from 6:00 in the morning till dark at night people don't have any consideration for the campers I will not stay here again ever cell phone service is really poor I had voice but no internet at three bars tried to ride my e-bike on the road people would not slow down ... more
Anywhere you stay in Browns Creek is very noisy and Dusty lot of cars from 6:00 in the morning till dark at night people don't have any consideration for the campers I will not stay here again ever cell phone service is really poor I had voice but no internet at three bars tried to ride my e-bike on the road people would not slow down for me just drove by real fast and just dusted me I don't think people have any Common Sense anymore
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Verizon 4G
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Many locations, some large, some flat, some with cell service”
Reviewed 10/2/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 16' (Travel Trailer) |
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We camped at 38.675802, -106.163629 on the west side side of 272 because of good cell service on Verizon. We explored further along the road and although we liked the sites better than the one we finally picked, the further we went the less service we managed to get. We liked the sites along the creek after the trailhead the best, alt... more
We camped at 38.675802, -106.163629 on the west side side of 272 because of good cell service on Verizon. We explored further along the road and although we liked the sites better than the one we finally picked, the further we went the less service we managed to get. We liked the sites along the creek after the trailhead the best, although they are very tight and probably only large enough for a tent or a van; there was no service on Verizon near the creek
This site is a bit off the road and has two very large firepits and plenty of space, although it is sloped and would be a challenge to level large rigs on. There is a nice view of the mountains to the east.
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Verizon 4G
Mike Walker would stay here again
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“Beautiful, Quiet Spot”
Reviewed 9/15/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Amazing spot in the woods on the creek. Spots are large and private. Wish I could have stayed more than one night but was just passing through. Verizon signal was good enough for calls and maps. Vault toilets at the trailhead.
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Verizon 4G
MotherFlustered would stay here again
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“Stunning!”
Reviewed 8/15/2022
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We arrived Friday evening and were able to snag a spot on the 272a loop - it was absolutely gorgeous! The sky was clear and we saw the Milky Way and lots of shooting stars. We were all able to set up our hammocks and there was no fire ban so that was nice as well. Browns creek trail is closeby and it goes up to a beautiful waterfall. W... more
We arrived Friday evening and were able to snag a spot on the 272a loop - it was absolutely gorgeous! The sky was clear and we saw the Milky Way and lots of shooting stars. We were all able to set up our hammocks and there was no fire ban so that was nice as well. Browns creek trail is closeby and it goes up to a beautiful waterfall. We def enjoyed our time here, sucks to leave.
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AT&T 4G
ashring would stay here again
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“Amazing Location, Perfect for All Size Rigs. VIDEO REVIEW”
Reviewed 6/28/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 8 |
| Site Number: | N/A |
| RV Length: | 28' (Toy Hauler Travel Trailer) |
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We did a video review of the Raspberry Gulch and Browns Creek Dispersed Camping Areas. The Link is below and also uploaded to the Video Reviews here.
https://youtu.be/1I3WzEGaJXE
The Wandering Shores would stay here again
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“Wish I could have stayed longer ”
Reviewed 6/1/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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I pulled in here around 8 PM on a Tuesday and had intentions to stay for multiple nights. Upon waking up the following morning, I was surrounded by 8 to 10 inches of snow and unfortunately had to leave since I wasn’t prepared for it. For the night that I stayed, it was extremely quiet and there were probably 5 to 6 other campers I pass... more
I pulled in here around 8 PM on a Tuesday and had intentions to stay for multiple nights. Upon waking up the following morning, I was surrounded by 8 to 10 inches of snow and unfortunately had to leave since I wasn’t prepared for it. For the night that I stayed, it was extremely quiet and there were probably 5 to 6 other campers I passed long away. There are pit toilets by the trail head if needed and an abundance of camping spots. I had decent AT&T service in the location I was at. Definitely would recommend visiting brown dog coffee in Salida. The roads to get extremely muddy whenever there is rain or snow so be prepared to have four-wheel-drive or chains on your tires if you’ll be there during storms or snow.
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AT&T 5G
Abby would stay here again
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“Easy access off the highway”
Reviewed 11/3/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | N/A |
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We found this to be one of the nicest dispersed camping sites we’ve stayed. There is plenty of privacy between lots. The pit toilets were very clean. Lots of hiking & biking trails throughout the area.
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Verizon 4G
1speed2 would stay here again
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“Quiet campground”
Reviewed 7/19/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
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What a nice location. We were able to get two rigs in one location. Sites were very spaced out and secluded. This is our 2nd time camping here and will continue to make it an annual visit. There is a great hiking trail to Browns creek falls, amazing and well worth the 3 miles to get to the waterfall.
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Karen would stay here again
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“Large and spread out sites”
Reviewed 10/19/2020
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 0000 |
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No specific sites but you can easily find a spot for RV or tent camping. Browns Creek Falls is a great hike. We did it with our 6 and 8 year old. We hiked and bikes for two days.
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TamTam would stay here again
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“One of the best boondocking sites!”
Reviewed 9/23/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
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Easy access to area from highway. Go slow down the dirt roads and watch for washboards on road. If you go further past the trail head, sites are bigger and more spread out. It is also quieter back here without all the traffic just going to the trail head. Wonderful views of Mt. Antero, etc. Cooler temperatures than Salida or Po... more
Easy access to area from highway. Go slow down the dirt roads and watch for washboards on road.
If you go further past the trail head, sites are bigger and more spread out. It is also quieter back here without all the traffic just going to the trail head.
Wonderful views of Mt. Antero, etc. Cooler temperatures than Salida or Poncha Springs.
Safe spots, doesn't seem like anyone is living out here full time which we appreciate. Mt. Shavano BLM land has many people living full time, and it shows.
If you have a bigger rig or big motorhome, I'd suggest camping in the sites before the trail head parking lot. The road does get rocky and narrow after the trail head for a 1/4 mile - but if you can manage it, I would highly recommend coming past the trail head lot.
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Elizabeth S would stay here again
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