Chapman Gulch #1920

Facility · Colorado ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

White River National Forest (NF) · Open Access

10,063 ft
Elevation

The first 2 miles of this trail are well marked and maintained. The remainder of the trail is not maintained and hard to find. However, this trail is a favorite for those who like bushwacking and exploring little used areas. This trail is not recommended for horse travel due to the condition of the trail.

Getting there

From Carbondale travel east on Hwy 82 to Basalt. Turn left at the stoplight and follow the Fryingpan River Road from Basalt, 28 miles to the Norrie Colony. Turn right on road #504 and drive past the houses and continue up the switchbacks. The road will fork approximately 3 miles from Norrie. Turn left at the fork. Continue 1 mile and take the right fork up to Chapman Gulch. The trailhead is at the diversion tunnel site.

39.26309, -106.63000 · 39°15'47.1"N 106°37'48.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in2.62.83.13.93.01.32.52.62.22.22.82.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.2 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 Chapman Gulch #1920

Can you reserve a site at Chapman Gulch #1920?
No. Chapman Gulch #1920 is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Chapman Gulch #1920

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

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