Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon near Gunnison, Colorado)
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon near Gunnison, COLORADO)
Part of Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
Overview
Lodgepole Campground is located 22 miles from Gunnison, COLORADO in the Taylor River Canyon. Visitors enjoy the area for its rafting, fishing and trail opportunities.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.Natural Features
The campground is situated in a dense stand of lodgepole pine trees, which provides shade and privacy between campsites. Summertime temperatures are warm during the day and cool at night.Recreation
The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for leisurely rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout.The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area lies one mile south of the campground. The Summerville and South Lottis trailheads provide access to the scenic, natural area.
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 located within 10 miles of the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there as well.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.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
- 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.
- Click here for more information on the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests
Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
Available Activities
- HORSEBACK RIDING - Horseback Riding
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Boating
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From Gunnison, Colo., travel north on Highway 135 for 10 miles to Almont. Turn right (northeast) onto Taylor Canyon Road and proceed 12 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.
Contact Information
Phone: 970-642-0566
GUNNISON, GRAND MESA, AND UNCOCO
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 010, Loop LODG, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop LODG, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop LODG, Type Standard Nonelectric
