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Middle Quartz Campground - Gunnison RD
Area Status: Closed
The area is part of the mineral belt that extends into Leadville. Many of the 4-wheel drive roads were created by miners over 100 years ago which are now popular for four-wheel driving in the Summer and Fall months. The campground is near the alpine Tunnel historic site.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | No Reservations. First-Come, First-Serve Camping. |
|---|---|
| Fees: | $14 per night per camping unit; $6 per day for day use/picnic use in a campsite; $10 per firewood bundle. |
| Open Season: | May 23 - Oct. 1 (weather dependent) |
| Usage: | Light |
| Closest Towns: | Pitkin, CO |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Campers are required to store food and other items in a hard sided vehicle or camping unit constructed od solid non-pliable material. Click here for more information. Campground open and close dates may vary depending on access and weather conditions. |
General Information
Directions: Drive east on Forest Road 765 (Cumberland Pass Road) for 1 mile to Forest Road 767. Turn right and drive 5 miles.Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 7 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
OHV Road Riding
OHV Trail Riding
Picnicking
Location
Latitude :
38.62293758
Longitude :
-106.4246136
Elevation :
10,200 feet
