Established Camping
Ponderosa - Curecanti National Recreation Area
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Stage 2 fire restrictions are currently in effect that prohibit all fires.
Ponderosa in the Curecanti National Recreation Area near Gunnison, CO, offers a landscape characterized by open spaces and water bodies. Temperatures range from lows around 20°F in winter to highs near 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Blue Mesa Reservoir and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, providing opportunities for water activities and scenic exploration.
Description
Overview
Ponderosa Campground is located at the northwest end of the Soap Creek Arm of Blue Mesa Reservoir at 7880 feet (2402 m). The campground offers outstanding views and solitude. Note: During dry conditions, the first 7 miles (11 km) of Soap Creek Road are passable to trailers and RVs. Rain can make the Soap Creek Road impassable.
Facilities
Trash/recycling collection provided. Vault toilets only. Horse Corral in upper loop.
Fee Info
All campsites at Ponderosa are first-come, first-served. You will pay upon arrival using the Recreation.gov mobile app (download the app before your visit), or by cash, check or credit card using the self-pay envelope on-site.
Location
Ponderosa - Curecanti National Recreation Area is located in Colorado
Directions
From U.S. Highway 50, turn onto CO Highway 92. In less than 1 mile (1.6 km) you will cross over the Blue Mesa Dam. Approximately one half (.5) mile after crossing the dam, turn right on Soap Creek Road (a gravel road also known as County Road 721 and/or Blue Mesa Drive). Proceed 7 miles (18 km) north on Soap Creek Road to reach the campground.
Coordinates
38.525708 N
107.314899 W
Detours Nearby
Cimarron Campground (CO) — Curecanti National Recreation Area
36 min away
The Gate Campground
1 hr 5 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 1 min from Grand Junction
- 3 hrs 31 min from Pueblo
- 3 hrs 52 min from Colorado Springs
- 4 hrs 10 min from Farmington
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)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
