Fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing draw campers to the Gunnison Gorge Wilderness, where the Gunnison River cuts through canyon terrain managed by the Bureau of Land Management. The BLM Ute Trailhead sits 1.9 miles north, providing a reference point for trailhead access in the area. No amenities are confirmed at these established campsites, so arriving self-sufficient is essential. Pack in water and plan for exposed conditions along the canyon rim.
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Map & DirectionsBLM Gunnison Gorge Wilderness Campsites is located in Colorado near Olathe
Directions
West side of Gunnison Gorge from Chukar, Bobcat, Duncan, and Ute trails
Coordinates
38.65494867 N
107.85933436 W
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 20 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 4 hrs 20 min from Farmington, NM
- 5 hrs 2 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 5 hrs 5 min from Boulder, CO



