Colorado Route Suggestions?
This summer we are heading out for 8 weeks to go cross country. We drive from Vermont to St. Louis for a couple of nights and then on to Cherry Creek State Park to get somewhat altitude adjusted befo...
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ppine wrote:
I would skip all of the state parks and even RMNP. They are the most crowded places in the state. Coming from the East, it takes time to get used to all of that open public land. The National Forest System is your best friend in Colorado.
I agree, the USFS CGs are terrific alternatives, and a bargain for those of us with the senior pass. Half price camping is a beautiful thing.
Unfortunately, as is the case with State and National Parks, they are also being overcrowded, or difficult to get reservations. And reservations, you definitely need, at least in this part of northern Colorado. My favourite places, I have to be up early on the opening day of the 180 window to get a spot where I want. And even doing that, in places like Red Feather Lakes, all of the spots were taken in a matter of minutes at 2 of the 3 CGs in the area. No better than SP or RMNP.
Best time to go to USFS CGs? Sunday/Monday/Tuesday! When I was working full time, those were my best days off and that's what I requested. Could go camping, leaving on a Sunday morning, while all the weekend warriors were coming home. Frequently had CGs to ourselves on those days.
