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From La Junta, Colorado drive south on Highway 109 for 13 miles; turn right (west) on County Road 802 (David Canyon Road) and continue for 8 miles. Turn left (south) on County Road 25 and travel for 6 miles. Turn left at Picket Wire Corrals onto Forest Service Road 500A. Travel along Forest Service Road 500A for 3 miles, following the signs to Withers Canyon Trailhead. Park at Withers Canyon Trailhead parking loop.
Absolutely gorgeous hidden gem. The trail is a moderate challenge. Cut and cleared by the Forest Service. The camp ground is clean and has spectacular views. The only problem is the distance signs are way off. From the trailhead to the dinosaur track site is 6 miles.
My wife and I camped here during the tarantula migration. We did see a tarantula about a quarter mile from camp, which was awesome!
The facilities here are super limited, but it’s a good campground. The vault toilet wasn’t bad, and the campsites were not spoiled with litter or anything.
Very nice and quiet trail - I recommend going out & back to the tracks passing through the Dolores Mission.
Only 4 campsites next to the actual trailhead but plenty of space for dispersed options in the area.
The Dolores River was beautiful in October!
