Dinner Station
DINNER STATION
Part of Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
Overview
Dinner Station, a historic stop along an old stagecoach route from Aspen, is located in the Upper Taylor Park area, next to the Taylor River. The campground is a favorite among off-road and mountain biking enthusiasts.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is nestled among ponderosa and lodgepole pine trees, at the edge of a broad, flat valley dotted with sagebrush. Most campsites are situated with the Taylor River on one side and open views of the Sawatch Mountains on the other side.
Recreation
The Taylor River can be accessed from within the campground. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout.
A number of off-road trails are found in the surrounding area, including Doctor Park Trail, Taylor River Trail and Taylor Vista Trail.
Nearby Attractions
Taylor Park Reservoir is less than five miles from the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming opportunities. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Important Notices
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Late Arrivals: campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
Available Activities
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Boating
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From Gunnison, Colo., travel north on Colorado Highway 135 for 10 miles to Almont. Turn right (northeast) onto Taylor Canyon Road and continue 35 miles. The campground entrance is on the left.
Contact Information
Phone: 970-642-0566
GUNNISON, GRAND MESA,
AND UNCOMPAHGRE NATL FORESTS
CO
Available Campsites
- Site 014, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 022, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop DINN, Type Standard Nonelectric