USFS•Cimarron, CO•14h from Austin

Uncompahgre NF — Silver Jack 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

$20–30/nt

Hookups

Electric

Trailer

Accessible (2WD pickup + trailer)

Cell Signal

No signal

Water

On-site

Toilets

Yes

Best Season

Jun–Sep

Reservations

Recreation.gov

Max Length

30 ft

Highlights

▶ Remote Silver Jack Reservoir in the Middle Fork Cimarron River valley; electric hookups at a genuinely remote mountain campground — rare combination
▶ Chimney Rock and Owl Creek Pass views; excellent fishing and wildlife; free dispersed camping in adjacent Middle Fork valley
▶ Distinct from Owl Creek Road entry (already listed) — developed camp with hookups vs. dispersed

Planning Notes

Approach from north via FS 858 (~20 mi good gravel from US-50) — NOT via Owl Creek Pass with a trailer. FS 858 impassable when wet. Very remote — carry extra fuel and water. Montrose (35 mi) for full resupply.

Contact: (970) 240-5300

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