Taylor Park area cabins provide shelter in the rugged mountain landscape at elevations ranging from 7,700 to 9,300 feet. Temperatures in Gunnison can drop below freezing even during summer months, with nighttime lows in the 20s possible through September. Cabin camping options include everything from basic structures with minimal amenities to fully-furnished accommodations with kitchens and private bathrooms.
What to do
Fishing access: Blue Mesa Reservoir: With 96 miles of shoreline, this reservoir offers excellent fishing opportunities from Sapinero Village Campground. "The views of Blue Mesa reservoir were stunning. The park is tiered, so each site has a wonderful view. There are also three cabins available (they have all been beautifully remodeled)," notes one visitor who appreciated the fishing access.
Off-road vehicle trails: Taylor Park provides extensive trail networks for SXS and ATV enthusiasts. Taylor Park Trading Post offers cabin accommodations with direct trail access. "Leave right from site to thousands of beautiful trails and towns. Love this place!" reports a visitor who enjoyed the convenient access to backcountry routes.
Swimming opportunities: Several cabin properties feature swimming pools for guests. "This is a gem in the country of Gunnison. Plenty of activities in the clubhouse along with 2 pools. Nice cool nights and love the dark nights to star gaze," writes a camper about their experience at Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch.
What campers like
Convenient location: Many cabin properties provide strategic access to multiple outdoor destinations. "Great location to access a ton of hiking, boating, etc. Some noise from hwy 50 but overall quiet at night," mentions a visitor about Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch.
Community atmosphere: The established campgrounds foster connections among visitors. "Headed for Crested Butte for the wildflowers and had trouble finding a campsite to reserve for a Saturday night in July. It was delightful and would definitely stay again. In high desert country, Lakeside is 'home' to folks who like to fish, enjoy this part of Colorado, and do it in a Campground that feels like a community. We were offered fresh fish from one of the 'neighbors'," shares a camper about Gunnison Lakeside Resort.
Wooded settings: Several cabin properties feature abundant shade trees. "Very friendly staff, beautiful wooded campground with small pond. Plenty of shade. Great base camp to go explore lake Isabel and crested butte and black canyon," notes a visitor about Mountain Time RV Park & Cabins.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Many cabin properties close during winter months. Most operate from May through October, with specific opening dates varying by location. "The only thing I have against Thousand Trails Blue Mesa is the lack of internet. To have internet, you must have Starlink or a satellite dish. The campground's internet service is next to nothing, unless you're inside one of their office buildings," reports a camper.
Varied amenities across cabin types: Basic cabins typically provide minimal furnishings while larger units include more comforts. "We stayed in the smallest cabin they had, but it had AC, bathroom with shower, and small kitchen. Owners were very nice," explains a visitor to Gunnison Lakeside Resort.
Space limitations: Some cabin properties position units close together. "WhIf you like being right on top of each other... boy is this the place for you! I can hear three neighbors music playing and the other neighbor is talking loudly about their one night stands," warns a camper about spacing at some locations.
Tips for camping with families
Recreational amenities: Look for properties with dedicated children's activities. "We loved our stay here! There is an indoor and outdoor pool, playground, cool mini golf set up, horses, and a lake for kids to fish in! There is NO service here but the lodge does have WiFi," shares a family who stayed at Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch.
Protected camp areas: The Gunnison region experiences frequent afternoon winds. "We loved our stay for 3 nights! There is so much to do on the ranch such as swim in the pools, play games, horseback ride, etc. The bathrooms and showers were clean and nice," reports a visitor.
Family-friendly wildlife viewing: Several properties feature resident animals. "The highlight of the stay was our visit by the resident goats—only two of the three like cauliflower. There's also donkeys in a corral that get constant attention from guests," notes a camper about Gunnison KOA.
Tips from RVers
Full hookup considerations: Cabins and RV sites often share utility infrastructure. "The utility hook ups were in need of repair. The back in spots are split between you and another," cautions a visitor to Oasis RV Resort.
Temperature management: Night temperatures frequently drop below freezing, even in summer months. "We got there the Sunday before Labor Day and stayed all week. People were leaving so the park was fairly quiet. Full hook ups were nice to have. The temps were getting below freezing at night. Nice change from the Texas heat. The morning we left it was 23 degrees so protect your water lines," advises an RVer who stayed at Taylor Park Trading Post in September.
Site positioning: RV sites with cabins nearby often feature parallel parking arrangements. "The views are great as the layout of the campground is terraced on a hillside. The sites are all parallel park so your door can have a view of the lake. The owner helps you get situated into the spot. The parking is gravel and level. But there is not much space between nose to tail other campers," reports a visitor about site layouts at Sapinero Village Campground.
