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Chouwalker from Denver on 9/22/2019 7:03:13 PM:
My itinerary requires me to camp in the Manchens area. Can you camp at the Machens Trailhead? If not, is there somewhere on or near the trail in that general area where I can camp? I don't need any facilities, just a place to pitch my tent for the night and then be on my way in the morning.
 
Dave from Kirkwood on 9/23/2019 9:11:04 PM:
There is no camping right at the Machens Trailhead (there is not much there at all). Based on a quick google maps search, there is a private campground at Portage Des Sioux, which is only a few miles away.

Bear in mind, the trail received extensive damage toward the eastern end, with several miles closed from Machens to close to St. Charles. There are some less-traveled roads that you could take in the area, but the trail itself is closed in this area.
 
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