Public LandU.S. Forest Service

Corkscrew

Ouray, Colorado · 9,711 ft

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Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source

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Wildfire 7.2 mi N: Gold Mountain, 39,747 acres, 92% contained

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3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026

Price per night: FreeForest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
Sites: Not yet known
Hookups: Not yet known
Elevation: 9,711 ft (2,960 m)9,711 ft2,960 m
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Big rigs: Not yet known
Land: Uncompahgre National Forest
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Corkscrew Camping Area is in the San Juan Mountains 8 miles outside of the town of Ouray, CO. This area provides dispersed camping recreational opportunities. Campers would be centrally located to multiple hiking and four-wheel drive trails. Iconic trails in the area include Black Bear Pass, Corkscrew Gulch, Hayden Trail, Engineer Pass, and the infamous Alpine Loop. All-Wheel Drive or Four-Wheel Drive is recommended for dispersed camping access. A vault restroom is not available at the camping area.

Fees: No fees are required for this site

From USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit