Established Camping
East Elk Creek Group Campsite
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Stage 2 fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all fires.
East Elk Creek Group Campsite is located near Gunnison in the Curecanti National Recreation Area. The terrain consists of open spaces with surrounding hills and water bodies. Temperatures range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Blue Mesa Reservoir and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
Description
Overview
Invite family and friends to East Elk for an active group camping experience surrounded by rugged and stark mountains. The campground is perched on the tranquil East Elk Creek, which allows for water activities without the commotion of the reservoir. Enjoy time picnicking, kayaking, fishing or exploring wildlife.
Recreation
The campground is set just off of the windsurfing area in the Cebolla Basin. It's an ideal location for avid windsurfers. It's also great for canoeing and hiking. Try the Dillon Pinnacles Trail for the nearest hiking trail. Visit Curecanti's hiking web page for details.
Facilities
This is a group campsite accommodating a minimum of 9 people up to a maiximum 50 people. The boat ramp and inspection station are less than a mile away at Elk Creek.
Natural Features
East Elk Creek sits at an altitude of 7,800 feet, just off the Blue Mesa Reservoir in Curecanti National Recreation Area. The reservoir is surrounded by scenic mountains and is home to the largest population of Kokanee land locked salmon in the state of Colorado. The other two reservoirs in the recreation area, Crystal Reservoir and Morrow Point Reservoir, are surrounded by high rising cliffs.
Charges & Cancellations
Location
East Elk Creek Group Campsite is located in Colorado
Directions
East Elk Creek Group campground is located off of US Hwy 50 between Gunnison and Montrose, on the north side of the highway approximately 1/2 mile (.8 km) west of Elk Creek.
Address
23935 Hwy 50
Gunnison, CO 81230
Coordinates
38.4855556 N
107.1722222 W
Detours Nearby
Cimarron Campground (CO) — Curecanti National Recreation Area
31 min away
The Gate Campground
34 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 55 min from Grand Junction
- 3 hrs 3 min from Pueblo
- 3 hrs 25 min from Colorado Springs
- 4 hrs 4 min from Farmington
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
