Boulder Canyon

Facility · Colorado ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Roosevelt National Forest (NF) · Open Access

7,106 ft
Elevation

Carved by the rushing waters of Middle Boulder Creek, Boulder Canyon is popular for scenic driving, fishing and rock climbing. Land in this area is a mix of city, county, national forest and private lands. Have a map showing land ownership if you plan on venturing away from the main road. Watch for signs alerting to private land or area closures.

The Motor Vehicle Use Map for the Boulder Ranger District displays roads open to motorized travel and is available online and at the Boulder Ranger District offfice.

Getting there

40.03651, -105.41200 · 40°2'11.4"N 105°24'43.2"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in0.71.01.62.93.21.82.72.11.91.61.00.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Boulder Canyon

Can you reserve a site at Boulder Canyon?
No. Boulder Canyon is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Boulder Canyon

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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