Deep Creek Day Use Area

Deep Creek canyon has outstanding scenic qualities related to the sheer-walled canyon, water resources, and riparian vegetation. The Deep Creek area has 5 sites that have picnic tables and fire rings. Camp at designated marked campsites only. Must pack out human waste or use the vault toilet a bit farther up the road. No cat holes are allowed due to the proximity of the creek to the sites. Follow White-Nose Syndrome decontamination protocol if exploring underground in the area.

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Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)

Limited.

Adventure is at Your Fingertips

Phone

(970) 876-9000

Email

BLM_CO_SI_CRVFO_Webmail@blm.gov

Activities

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PICNICKING
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HIKING
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WILDLIFE VIEWING

Addresses

Colorado River Valley Field Office
2300 River Frontage Road
Silt
Colorado
81652

Geographic Coordinates

39.67207, -107.08494

Directions

Take the Dotsero exit off I-70 (exit 133). Head north on the Colorado River Road 1.6 miles to the Coffee Pot Road #600 National Forrest Access on the left. There is a BLM Deep Creek Campground sign at the turn. The recreation area is 1 mile up the road; respect posted private property. Call the field office for more details.

External Map

https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/documents/files/Deep_Creek_20170801.pdf

Fees

No fee

Stay Limit

April-August: Limited to 7 Days, September-March: Limited to 14 Days

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