Big Springs Picnic Area
Big Springs Picnic area has 1 group site and 3 single sites--including picnic tables, restroom, and fire grates. Set in a small glade with a stream emerging from a rock wall, the site is a hidden gem on the Saguache Ranger District.
General Information
It is recommended that water from the stream be purified before consuming.
The site may not be reachable by vehicle due to snow and seasonal road closures from March 15th to May 15th. Camping is not allowed at the picnic area, but several dispersed camping and regular campgrounds are located close by.
Open year round.
Day use only.
No camping is allowed at the picnic area or in the parking lot. There are several dispersed camping locations and regular campgrounds located nearby the site.
No Fees are required for this site.
Dogs must be on leash not longer than six feet in length.
Contact Name: Saguache Ranger District
Contact Phone: 719-655-2547
Address: 46525 State Highway 114 Saguache, CO 81149
Phone: (719) 655-2547
Hours: Monday through Friday / 8:00 to 4:30 (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 38.07178611
Longitude: -106.3429535
Elevation
9,000
Directions
Drive 14 miles West of Saguache on Hwy 114 then 3 miles South on FDR 690 (41G). Then 2 miles South East on FDR 710.
Travel Considerations
Motorized access to the picnic area may be limited due to snow and seasonal road closures from March 15th to May 15th.
Parking
Parking is available on the loop outside of the picnic area. It is a short walk to the picnic sites from the parking area.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Horses and pack animals are not allowed within the fenced picnic area.
