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Buckeye Gulch

Approximately 2 miles, this road that can be walked, biked or driven. The section of the road that can be driven with a 4WD vehicle begins 4.5 miles north of Leadville on Colorado Hwy 91 and ends on a hiking trail about 1/4 mile before the lake. The first part of this road crosses private land. Please stay on the roadway and be respectful of private property.

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 39.33238121, -106.2454644

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Sunnyside #1987
  • Woody Creek #1994
  • Woody Creek Area
  • Government #1980
  • Silver Bar Campground
  • Silver Bell Campground

Frequently asked questions

Is Buckeye Gulch reservable?

Buckeye Gulch is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Buckeye Gulch?

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How do I book a campsite at Buckeye Gulch?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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