Divide Forks
Its 11 sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping is free. Divide Forks is a National Forest campground near Grand Junction, Colorado.
First-come, first-served
- National Forest
- Managed by
Divide Forks sits inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.
Getting a site
- Managed by
- National Forest
- Reservations
- None, first-come
- Fee
- Free
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
Sites and hookups
- Total sites
- 11
- ✓ Toilets
- ✕ Potable water
On site: Toilets. No potable water.
Source: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-30
Access and cell service
- Elevation
- 8,721 ft
38.6836, -108.6879 in Mesa. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Common questions
Do you need a reservation at Divide Forks?
No. Divide Forks is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Divide Forks?
Camping at Divide Forks is free.
How many campsites does Divide Forks have?
Divide Forks has 11 campsites.
Is there drinking water at Divide Forks?
No. Divide Forks has no potable water, so bring all the water you need.
Who manages Divide Forks?
Divide Forks is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Around Divide Forks
More campgrounds: camping near Grand Junction and campgrounds in Mesa.
Sources
- apps.fs.usda.gov (all fields), accessed 2026-09-30
- epqs.nationalmap.gov (elevationFt), accessed 2026-10-01