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Lincoln Creek Dispersed Campground

Open

The campground is listed as open. Access depends on Lincoln Creek Road conditions, which typically closes seasonally due to snow at higher elevations. High clearance required, 4x4 recommended. Note: Heavy metals have been detected in Lincoln Creek water.

Flood Watch issued August 30 at 7:37PM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

August 30th, 7:37 PM — 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Colorado, including the following areas, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Central Yampa River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, Flat Tops, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand Valley, Grand and Battlement Mesas, Northwest San Juan Mountains, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus, Southwest San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide, Upper Gunnison River Valley and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains and Utah, including the following areas, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains, Southeast Utah and Tavaputs Plateau. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars will also be especially susceptible and these include the Lee and Elk RX, Gold Mountain and Elk, Ferris, and Babylon burn scars to name a few. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Monsoonal moisture will remain across the area through Monday evening and will support thunderstorms and showers with heavy rainfall across the watch area. Several rounds of heavier rain are expected increasing the chance for flash flooding especially in our more susceptible areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

White River National Forest

Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness

This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.

White River National Forest

Weed Free Forage Products

The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.

About

Lincoln Creek Dispersed Campground provides a true backcountry car camping experience in the White River National Forest near Aspen, Colorado. The 22 dispersed sites are spread along Lincoln Creek Road, offering solitude and access to the surrounding wilderness. This is primitive camping with no developed facilities whatsoever. The campground is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a maximum 5-day stay limit. A high-clearance vehicle is required and 4x4 capability is recommended to reach all sites, as the road can be rough and rocky. The area sits at high elevation and is typically inaccessible during winter and early spring due to snow. Campers should be aware that high concentrations of heavy metals have been detected in Lincoln Creek. Bring all water, pack out all trash, and come prepared for completely self-sufficient camping.

Directions

From Aspen, travel southeast on Highway 82 for 11 miles toward Independence Pass. Turn right onto Lincoln Creek Road and travel approximately 7 miles south. High clearance required, 4x4 recommended.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed
Toilets No
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (970) 945-2521

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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