With 42 sites accessible by paved road, Dry Gulch Campground operates seasonally from May through mid-October within Curecanti National Recreation Area. The National Park Service manages this forested campground where large cottonwood trees provide shade across all sites, making it well-suited for tent campers and smaller RVs.
Basic amenities include vault toilets, trash service, and picnic tables, though no water hookups are available on-site. The campground sits in a natural gulch formation that offers wind protection, while Blue Mesa Reservoir requires a short drive for water access. Campers should bring insect repellent during peak season and note the no-pets policy. Sites cost $20 per night with senior discounts available, and the layout provides ample space for gear organization between the established trees.
Description
Dry Gulch Campground is located 17 miles west of Gunnison just north of U.S. Highway 50. The campground is shaded by large cottonwood trees and can accommodate tents or medium sized RVs. All sites are first-come first-served. A horse corral is available. Elevation: 7560 feet
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Map & DirectionsDry Gulch Campground is located in Colorado near Powderhorn
Directions
Dry Gulch Campground is located 17 miles west of Gunnison just north of U.S. Highway 50.
Coordinates
38.484114 N
107.188437 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 54 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 4 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 25 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 4 hrs 3 min from Farmington, NM
