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Gunnison National Forest Pitkin Campground

Gunnison National Forest Pitkin Campground is located near Pitkin, Colorado, surrounded by forested terrain and mountainous landscapes. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F to 70°F, depending on the season. Nearby attractions include the Alpine Tunnel Historic District and the Gunnison Pioneer Museum, offering opportunities for exploration and learning.

Description

National Forest

The area surrounding Pitkin Campground is popular for four-wheel driving in the Summer and Fall months. Many 4-wheel drive, high-clearance roads exist in this mountainous region. The area north and east of Pitkin was part of the mineral belt that extends into Leadville. Many of the 4-wheel drive roads were created by miners over 100 years ago. Pitkin campground is also used as a winter trailhead for snowmobilers, cross-country skiers and snowshoers. There are 22 campsites.

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Location

Gunnison National Forest Pitkin Campground is located in Colorado

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Pitkin, CO, take Forest Rt. 765 (dirt) north 0.3 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.

Coordinates

38.61038405 N
106.4999614 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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2 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 28, 2024

Comfortable and Quite

First come, first serve sites. The site was manicured and level. A great place to stop for the night or for longer stays. $24 cash or check only was a surprise. Its proximity to Pitkin was ideal. We would stay here again. Well worth stopping in.

Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jul. 22, 2024

Pitkin boondocking

This is one of our favorite places to boondock .. beautiful mountain a little stream love it we camped 2 weeks ends here .

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Gunnison National Forest Pitkin Campground by shannon C., July 22, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Gunnison National Forest Pitkin Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Gunnison National Forest Pitkin Campground does not have wifi.