Recreation area

Boulder Canyon

Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG · Colorado — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Carved by the rushing waters of Middle Boulder Creek, Boulder Canyon is popular for scenic driving, fishing and rock climbing. Land in this area is a mix of city, county, national forest and private lands. Have a map showing land ownership if you plan on venturing away from the main road. Watch for signs alerting to private land or area closures. The Motor Vehicle Use Map for the Boulder Ranger District displays roads open to motorized travel and is available online and at the Boulder Ranger District offfice.

Activities

  • AUTO TOURING
  • CLIMBING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Boulder Canyon doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Colorado campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.