CONDITIONS

North Sand Hills: before departure

Closed to motorized use December 15 to April 15. Check the forecast and the county roads before towing.

WEATHER / PLANNING

Mountain-country camp planning

Pack for the overnight forecast. North Park sand is not a low-desert winter destination.

NWS point forecast ↗ · Seasons →

WEATHER HAZARDS

A storm needs shelter

An open dune, lone tree or picnic shelter is not lightning protection.

NWS warnings ↗

REGULAR ACCESS

Winter vehicle closure

Motorized and mechanized closure: December 15 through April 15. The official notice controls reopening.

BLM Kremmling notices ↗

PASSES & APPROACH

Colorado OHV: $26.25

Colorado OHV registration or permit requirements depend on your vehicle and residency.

Highways ↗ · Fees & rules →

FUEL & SUPPLIES

Walden before County Road 6

BLM puts the area about 11 miles northeast of Walden. No live station prices here.

Towns & services →

Local planning facts shown above. A fresh NWS forecast and alerts replace the weather text when available.

Check each part of the journey

Seasonal vehicle closure: December 15 to April 15. Check current BLM notices for changes.

BLM Kremmling · Checked September 10, 2026

Read the forecast in context

BLM puts North Sand Hills about 11 miles northeast of Walden. The NWS forecast is for the area’s reference point, not your campsite, and a good forecast does not change the December 15 to April 15 closure.

Independent visitor guide. Published by MCKINNEY DIGITAL HOLDINGS LLC. Not affiliated with or endorsed by BLM Kremmling.

Sources reviewed September 10, 2026. Current agency notices and on-site signs control.