Established Camping
East Portal Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
<strong>Attention: U.S. Highway 50 Closure</strong> Colorado Department of Transportation has <strong>closed U.S. Highway 50 between CR-26 and Red Creek Road (18 to 20 miles west of Gunnison) from mile marker 136 to 138, for bridge work</strong>. Check <a href="https://www.codot.gov/news/media" rel="nofollow">CO Department of Transportation</a> for updates and alternate routes.
About
National Park Service
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Overview
The East Portal Campground is located within Curecanti National Recreation Area, but is adjacent to and only accessible from Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The campground is located at the bottom of the canyon, along the Gunnison River. It is a small campground of 15 sites (10 are tent-only), shaded by box elder trees. East Portal is closed in winter, when the Bureau of Reclamation closes the East Portal Road. Elevation: 6526 feet (1990 m). NOTE: Black Canyon of the Gunnison charges a $30 per vehicle entrance fee which you will pay upon arrival (or purchase in advance ). The park also honors interagency passes for entry (e.g., senior, access, Golden Age, 4th grade, etc.).__
Natural Features
East Portal offers plentiful shade and nearby access to the Gunnison River. Spectacular views of Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Curecanti are abundant.
Fee Info
All campsites at East Portal are first-come, first-served. You will pay upon arrival using Scan & Pay through the Recreation.gov mobile app (<a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app#scanAndPay" rel="nofollow">download the app</a> before your visit), or by cash, check or credit card using the self pay envelope on-site.____ <strong>NOTE:</strong> Entrance to the campground is through Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park which charges a $30 per vehicle entrance fee. You will pay this fee upon arrival (or <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74332" rel="nofollow">purchase in advance</a>). The park also honors interagency passes for entry (e.g., senior, access, Golden Age, 4th grade, etc.).__
Location
East Portal Campground — Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is located in Colorado
Directions
After entering Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, turn right on East Portal Rd and follow it for 5.5 miles (8.7 km).__ NOTE: East Portal Campground is closed in winter, when the Bureau of Reclamation closes the East Portal Road.__
Coordinates
38.52706 N
107.649484 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups