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Sangre de Cristo Wilderness

Sangre de Cristo Wilderness was designated by congress in 1993 and it now has a total of 220,803 acres. All of this wilderness is located in Colorado and is managed by the Forest Service and the National Park Service. The Sangre de Cristo Wilderness is bordered by the Great Sand Dunes Wilderness to the west. Sangre de Cristo is Spanish for "Blood of Christ," but no one is quite sure why the region was given this name. Was it because of the bloody hues washing the slopes at sunset, or the cry of…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Sangre de Cristo Wilderness reservable?

Sangre de Cristo Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Sangre de Cristo Wilderness?

See the map for Sangre de Cristo Wilderness's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Sangre de Cristo Wilderness?

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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