Established Camping
Gold Creek
Gold Creek is located near Gunnison, Colorado, and features a landscape of forests and mountains. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Gunnison National Forest and the Curecanti National Recreation Area, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.
Description
This campground provides access to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing and four-wheel driving. The site lies next to the southeastern boundary of the Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area. This natural area is a haven for hikers, backpackers and equestrians. (No mechanized or motorized vehicles are permitted within its boundaries.) Several alpine lakes lie near the campground and allow anglers to fish in the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain highlands. The landscape is spruce/fir and aspen trees.
Location
Gold Creek is located in Colorado
Directions
Drive north on Forest Road 771 for 7 miles
Coordinates
38.65500049 N
106.57400082 W
Detours Nearby
Gunnison National Forest Pitkin Campground
1 hr 3 min away
Middle Quartz
1 hr 29 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 43 min from Grand Junction
- 3 hrs 51 min from Pueblo
- 4 hrs 12 min from Colorado Springs
- 4 hrs 46 min from Boulder
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Toilets
- Pets
