About this campground
This picnic area is situated next to County Road 63E (Pingree Park Road) where it crosses Bennett Creek. It is in an open coniferous forest with steep mountainous topography. There is a parking area, two picnic sites, with a table and fire grate, and a restroom available. There is no drinking water. Primary use of this area is picnicking and fishing in Bennett creek.
Getting there
From Rustic, head east on CO-14E toward N Co Rd 69 for 5 miles. Turn right onto Pingree Rd and continue 3.8 miles. Destination will be on the left.
Activities
- PICNICKING
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- Indian Meadows Fishing SiteArapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG3 mi
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