Recreation area

Wilderness areas

San Juan National Forest · Colorado — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

One of our nation's greatest treasures is the National Wilderness Preservation System established by the Wilderness Act of 1964. Wildernesses are lands designated by Congress to be protected and preserved in their natural condition, without permanent improvements or habitation. Please follow regulations associated with Wilderness areas and always use Leave No Trace techniques to help keep these areas wild, clean, and pristine. Maps are available for these areas. San Juan National Forest Wildernesses: Weminuche Wilderness South San Juan Wilderness Lizard head Wilderness Hermosa Wilderness   San Juan National Forest Special Management Areas: Piedra Area Hermosa SMA   Wilderness Ranger Intern/Volunteer Program Program Flier Program Details

Activities

  • HUNTING
  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING

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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.