Established Camping
Dorchester
Dorchester is located near Gunnison, Colorado, surrounded by mountainous terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in spring and fall to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Gunnison National Forest and Taylor Park Reservoir, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.
Description
National Forest
This campground lies at the upper end of Taylor Park popular with off-highway vehicle users. A lengthy network of motorized trails leads from the Castle Creek Valley to Taylor Reservoir. This regions is great for enduro trail bike riders. The area offers good fishing and mountain biking. Landscape includes pine trees and riparian meadows.
Location
Dorchester is located in Colorado
Directions
In Almont, CO, at intersection of State Rt. 135 and County Rt. 742, take Rt. 742 for 23.3 miles to intersection of Forest Rts. 742 and 765. Continue straight on Rt. 742 for another 14.4 miles to campground sign. Turn left into campground.
Coordinates
38.96500087 N
106.66300028 W
Access
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 47 min from Colorado Springs
- 4 hrs 5 min from Grand Junction
- 4 hrs 10 min from Denver
- 4 hrs 19 min from Boulder