Electric hookups and vault toilets make One Mile Campground a practical base for RV travelers exploring the Taylor River corridor. The Forest Service facility sits along Highway 135, where Monica G. found "very clean bathrooms and power" during her four-night stay.
Sites accommodate RVs up to 99 feet with 20, 30, and 50-amp electrical service, though campers should note water availability varies by season. The campground spreads through mixed aspen and pine forest, with sites offering varying degrees of privacy among the trees. Road noise from the highway carries through the area, but reviewers report it diminishes significantly at night. Sites deeper into the campground experience less traffic sound.
Cell coverage runs strong on major carriers, making remote work feasible for those who need connectivity. The Taylor River flows just across the road, providing easy water access for fishing or cooling off. Red rock cliffs rise on the opposite side of the valley, creating morning views from many sites. "Road noise was ever present and creek just across the road," notes one visitor who appreciated the trade-off between highway access and natural features.
The campground works well for travelers wanting full hookups without sacrificing forest camping, particularly those hauling larger rigs through the Gunnison Valley.
Description
Overview
One Mile Campground is located 18 miles from Gunnison, CO in the Taylor River Canyon. Visitors enjoy the area for its rafting, fishing and trail opportunities.
Recreation
The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout. The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area is nearby. The Summerville and South Lottis trailheads provide access to the scenic, natural area. A number of off-road trails are found in the surrounding area, including Doctor Park Trail, Taylor River Trail and Taylor Vista Trail.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites, all of which have electric hookups. Several sites are also accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are available but currently there is no drinking water. Please bring your own water or fill up at Lottis Creek Campground.
Natural Features
The campground lies on the banks of the Taylor River, at an elevation of 8,600 feet. Most sites are shaded by a stand of lodgepole pine and aspen trees. Summer temperatures are warm in the day and cool at night.
Nearby Attractions
Taylor Park Reservoir is approximately 13 miles from the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming opportunities. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there as well.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundOne Mile is located in Colorado
Directions
From Gunnison, Colo., travel north on Colorado Highway 135 for 10 miles, to Almont. Turn right onto Taylor Canyon Road and proceed just over 8 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.
Address
GUNNISON, GRAND MESA, AND UNCO
CO
Coordinates
38.7272222 N
106.7591667 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/30/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 17 usersLast on 4/30/26- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/30/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 4/30/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 17 usersLast on 4/30/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/30/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 50 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 23 min from Pueblo, CO
- 3 hrs 44 min from Colorado Springs, CO
- 4 hrs 18 min from Boulder, CO
