I don't think this area is quite as scenic as other areas of Colorado, such as the San Juans or Crested Butte, but this is an easy access area not far from the Denver metro area (less than 1.5 hours) and the beginning of the Colorado Trail (also... Read more

I can't give fair stars or a proper review, just trying to shout out to all y'all travelers that this area might be closed for a while. I drove up to the only road that leads to this camping area. Two large signs stating "Bonito Lake and all... Read more

I wish I hadn't taken the other reviews I found on this site and others too seriously. Yes, it isn't the dream BLM camping with generous wide open spaces, but it is still free camping in a great forest right in the heart of Ruidoso! The road is... Read more

*A serious thank you to everyone who writes reviews on this site. I was able to access this campsite quickly and easily due to the great descriptions shared by others. Keep it up folks! I punched in the coordinates on this site in google maps... Read more

If you ride, it's worth to stay here. The roads are rough due to the washboard effect, but it isn't far to find access to the trails (there are two parking lots, drive to the second one for proper riding access.) About < 5 min to the trailhead. I... Read more

Getting to the site may be a smidge confusing since there are two dirt/gravel roads running parallel to each other. I made the mistake of turning left on the first gravel road coming into town from i-25. It's actually the second dirt road with the... Read more

Easy to find, quick access. In case the coordinates are iffy, you can google map search "Prehistoric Trackways National Monument." You will most likely see RVs and campers sleeping in the second parking lot. You will pass pecan tree farms and... Read more

Awesome private spots along Santeetlah Lake, only 1.2 hour drive from Smoky Natl Park. Only about 10 spots I saw (15 max.) I camped here the last week of October. On the weekdays I had no problem grabbing a site near sunset. BUT on the weekends... Read more

Parked at a spot only 3-5 miles from the beginning of the road. -Can drive on this road with any type of vehicle, However, to get Into the campsites a 4x4 high clearance very recommended. I drive an impreza and was lucky to spot 2-3 areas where I... Read more