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Recreation Region: Clear Creek Ranger District

Chicago Forks Picnic Site

The Chicago Forks Picnic Area is located in the Arapaho National Forest south of Idaho Springs and Georgetown. The picnic area is open year-round however accumulated snow during the winter and early spring may limit parking and hinder access.

General Information

View a COTREX map here.

Overnight camping is prohibited.

Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 39.68228833

Longitude: -105.6128883

Directions

I-70 westbound, Idaho Springs exit #240 - Hwy 103. Go south and the picnic area is located near mile marker 8.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Vault toilet(s)

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 27, 2026