Three Forks Trailhead 712

Facility · Colorado ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Rio Grande National Forest (NF) · Open Access

10,195 ft
Elevation

The Three Forks Trailhead starts at the end of Forest Development Road 247. It is open to parking for vehicles and horse trailers. There is a turnaround sufficient to accomodate large trucks and trailers. There is also a restroom located there.

Getting there

37.30248, -106.60529 · 37°18'8.9"N 106°36'19.1"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in3.03.33.12.71.70.82.42.82.02.33.03.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.2 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 Three Forks Trailhead 712

Can you reserve a site at Three Forks Trailhead 712?
No. Three Forks Trailhead 712 is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Three Forks Trailhead 712

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

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