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Oil Well Flats Rec Area

Twelve miles of single-track trails invite trail users to Oil Well Flats with its spectacular views of the valley below and the Sangre De Cristo Mountain range in the distance. Some routes are shared with motorized travelers but most visitors come for mountain biking, dispersed camping, hiking, horseback riding and dog walking. The best time to visit is late September through May when temperatures are comfortable. Visitors share the area with cattle grazing in the meadows and occasionally…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 38.53657, -105.21895

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Cleveland Quarry Rec Site
  • Dinosaur Flats Rec Area
  • Sand Gulch Campground
  • Shelf Road Sites
  • The Bank Campground
  • Gold Belt Recreation Management Area

Frequently asked questions

Is Oil Well Flats Rec Area reservable?

Oil Well Flats Rec Area is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Oil Well Flats Rec Area?

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How do I book a campsite at Oil Well Flats Rec Area?

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