BLM•Salida, CO•11.5h from Austin

Arkansas Headwaters — Rincon CG

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Accessibility baseline: Sites on this platform are reviewed for access with a standard 2WD pickup truck towing a 21-foot travel trailer unless otherwise noted below.

Fee

$28/nt

Hookups

No hookups

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

Fair

Water

Bring your own

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

Apr–Oct

Reservations

Recreation.gov

Highlights

▶ Direct Arkansas River frontage below Salida — Class III–IV access at the downstream Royal Gorge zone
▶ Bighorn sheep habitat; canyon scenery tightens toward Royal Gorge 15 mi downstream
▶ Third distinct Arkansas Headwaters site, downstream from Ruby Mountain and Hecla Junction

Planning Notes

Paved US-50 access. Large spacious sites. Joint BLM/CPW management. Salida (5 mi north) is full-service.

Contact: (719) 539-7289

Always call ahead to confirm conditions, closures, and road accessibility.