About Bangs Backcountry
Opportunities for backcountry hiking, horseback riding, hunting and wildlife viewing in a largely undeveloped natural setting. Easy access from Grand Junction .
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Bangs Backcountry
Whitewater, Colorado · Mesa County
Opportunities for backcountry hiking, horseback riding, hunting and wildlife viewing in a largely undeveloped natural setting. Easy access from Grand Junction .
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38.91000, -108.56600
Open in OpenStreetMapHow to Get There
From Grand Junction travel west on Hwy 340 and take a left onto Monument Road. Take another left onto D road, which will turn into Rosevale Road. Take a right onto Little Park Road and travel 5 miles - Bangs Canon Trailhead will be on your left.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Bangs Backcountry
Heading to Bangs Backcountry? 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
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