Accessible via Highway 135, Almont Campground operates as a first-come, first-served Forest Service site with ten total spots split between drive-in trailer sites and walk-in tent areas. The campground sits just off the main road connecting Gunnison and Crested Butte, placing campers about ten minutes from Gunnison and twenty minutes from Crested Butte. Sites include fire rings and picnic tables, with vault toilets and bear-safe dumpsters available.
The Taylor River runs directly behind the campsites, accessible via short trails from each spot. Several reviewers mention rocks along the riverbank that extend over the water, creating fishing access points. Road noise from Highway 135 carries during daytime hours but diminishes after dark when river sounds become more prominent. Amy S. notes campers can expect "a great view of the milky way over the campsite as minimal light pollution" affects the area.
Cell coverage varies by carrier, with some reviewers reporting spotty service due to canyon walls. The campground requires $18 per night or $9 with an Interagency Pass through self-pay envelopes at the entrance kiosk. Sites fill quickly during summer months, particularly those closest to water access. No pets are permitted, and electricity is reportedly available on some trailer sites.
For campers wanting a more developed experience, Three Rivers Resort & Outfitting provides full hookups less than a mile northeast.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
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Map & DirectionsAlmont Campground is located in Colorado near Almont
Coordinates
38.6553 N
106.855628 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 5/12/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 5/12/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 23 usersLast on 5/12/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 23 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 2 hrs 57 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 18 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 3 hrs 52 min from Boulder, CO
