Rosy Lane
ROSY LANE
Part of Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
Overview
Rosy Lane Campground is located 17 miles from Gunnison, Colo., 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. Site 008 has 15-Amp electric hookups. Site 004 is accessible. Campground now has potable drinking water available.
Natural Features
The campground lies on the banks of the Taylor River, at an elevation of 8,600 feet. Most sites are shaded by a stand of lodgepole pine and aspen trees.
Recreation
The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout.
The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area is nearby. 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 about 12 miles from the campground, with boating, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Important Notices
WATER is now provided at this campground.
Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY.
Double & Group sites: Refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.
Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
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.
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
- Nearest dump station is 16 miles north of the campground
- 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
- WILDLIFE VIEWING - Wildlife Viewing
- HORSEBACK RIDING - Horseback Riding
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE - Historic Sites
- BOATING - Kayaking
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From Gunnison, Colo., travel north on Colorado Highway 135 for 10 miles, to Almont. Turn right (northeast) on Taylor Canyon Road and proceed 7 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the left side of the road.
Contact Information
Phone: 970-642-0566
GUNNISON, GRAND MESA
AND UNCOMPAGHRE
GUNNISON,
CO
81230
Available Campsites
- Site 007, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop ROSY, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop ROSY, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop ROSY, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop ROSY, Type Rv Electric
- Site 002, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop ROSY, Type Standard Nonelectric