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Cimarron Forks Camping Area

USFS · Camping Area · Dispersed · Free

DispersedFree

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Cost
Free
Managed by
USFS
Type
Camping Area
Hours
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Nearest dump station
Taylor Lagoons Dump Station · 69.2 mi
Coordinates
38.2030, -107.5170
Last verified
September 18, 2026
38.2030° N · 107.5170° W
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Last verifiedSeptember 18, 2026

About this place

Cimarron Forks Camping Area is located at the confluence of the Middle and East Fork Rivers near Silver Jack Reservoir. This area provides dispersed camping opportunities. The area is also within close proximity to multiple hiking and OHV trails. Two vault toilets area available in this area.

From the USFS.

Is Cimarron Forks Camping Area free?

Yes. Cimarron Forks Camping Area is free to use. It is managed by the USFS. It is a dispersed area, so there are no hookups, no water and no trash service unless a report below says otherwise.

How do I get to Cimarron Forks Camping Area?

From Ridgway Colorado take US-550 N to Co Rd 10. Turn right onto Co Rd 10 and follow it for 4 miles. Turn right onto Co Rd 8 for 11 miles. Co Rd 8 turns into Forest Rd 858. Stay on Forest Rd 858 for 6.7 miles and you will be in the Cimarron Forks Camping Area.

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What are the rules at Cimarron Forks Camping Area?

This is bear country: campers must properly store food and other attractants.

Nearby

SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.

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