About Hartman Rocks Recreation Area
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview Hartman Rocks Recreation Area includes over 14,000 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management and 160 acres (The Base Area) owned and managed by The City of Gunnison, and Gunnison County. Hartman Rocks has 45 miles of singletrack trail, 45 miles of roads, 50 designated dispersed campsites, and countless climbing crags. Singletrack trails are perfect for mountain biking, dirt biking, hiking, and trail running. Roads are often traveled by 4x4 trucks, ROVs and ATVs. In the winter months, 16 miles of roads are groomed as cross-country ski trails for classic and skate skiing; and some single-track trails are groomed as winter singletrack for fat biking. For more information, please contact the Gunnison Field Office. Know Before You Go Camping 50 dry/primitive campsites available. All sites are first come, first serve with no fees. No hookups available! No potable water or developed facilities. Need a Map? Hartman Rocks Recreation Area Map - Climbing, Bouldering, and Rock Climbing Areas Hartman Rocks Trails Map Helpful Links Gunnison Field Office, 2500 E. New York Ave., Gunnison, CO 81230
How to Get There
From Gunnison head 3 miles south on County Road 38 (Gold Basin Road). Hartman Rocks Base Area parking lot will be located on the west side of County Road 38.A secondary entry point is located 4 miles west of Gunnison. Take State Highway 50 west for 4 miles and turn South on County Road 32. Continue south for 2 miles until you see a trail kiosk on BLM 3500.
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Heading to Hartman Rocks Recreation Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Hartman Rocks Recreation Area?
No central reservation system listed for Hartman Rocks Recreation Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/271726) for the latest entry policy and availability.
Is Hartman Rocks Recreation Area accessible?
Sea of Sage, Lost Dog and Broken Shovel Trails are wide trails used by hand cycles. Accessible restrooms are located at The Base Area and at the intersection of BLM Roads 3505 and 3500.
How do I get to Hartman Rocks Recreation Area?
From Gunnison head 3 miles south on County Road 38 (Gold Basin Road). Hartman Rocks Base Area parking lot will be located on the west side of County Road 38.A secondary entry point is located 4 miles west of Gunnison. Take State Highway 50 west for 4 miles and turn South on County Road 32. Continue south for 2 miles until you see a trail kiosk on BLM 3500.
How do I contact Hartman Rocks Recreation Area?
You can reach the park at phone: 970-642-4940.
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