Nearby Campgrounds
Overview
The campground is located 12 miles west of Gunnison on U.S. Highway 50 on the shore of Blue Mesa Reservoir. Tents to large RVs can be accommodated. The 53 sites are surrounded by sage and rabbitbrush. There is no natural shade. This campground uses the Recreation.gov app's Scan & Pay option. Please have the app downloaded before arrival. Registration for campsites are in-person through the app. Elevation: 7540 feet
Best Seasons
Location
Elevation
7,542 ft
Directions
From Gunnison, travel 12 miles west along U.S. Highway 50. The campground is on the south side of the highway.
Weather Notes
Weather can vary greatly throughout the day. Summer daytime temperatures range between 50 to 90°F (10 to 32°C), nights 40 to 60°F (4 to 15°C). Precipitation is minimal, but afternoon thunderstorms and strong winds are common during the summer.
RV Information
Up to 55 ft
Maximum RV Length
Standard Camping Fee
Maximum of 8 people per site. No more than two primary recreational camping units per site, (car, pickup, motorhome, van, pop-up trailer, in which people are sleeping). In addition, if space allows, the following may also be at the site: tent, boat trailer, vehicles not used for sleeping.
Senior / Access Camping Fee
Discounted camping rate for valid Senior or Access passes. The nightly camping fee with valid passes is $10.00. Maximum of 8 people per site. No more than two primary recreational camping units per site, (car, pickup, motorhome, van, pop-up trailer, in which people are sleeping). In addition, if space allows, the following may also be at the site: tent, boat trailer, vehicles not used for sleeping.
Based on FCC availability data. Actual signal may vary in remote terrain.
All sites are first-come, first served. $20.00 per night ($10.00 per night with Interagency Senior/Access Pass)
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