Looking for the best campgrounds near Gunnison National Forest, CO? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Gunnison National Forest and user-submitted reviews.
$32 - $166 / night
"Every year, my family (+- 10 people) heads somewhere in Colorado to camp over Labor Day. This year we headed up to Marble, CO and stayed at the Bogan Flats campground."
"Lovely quite campground in the woods next to a river. We stayed on the side away from the river and I wish we had stayed on the river side, but it was still fantastic."
$38 - $91 / night
"Location is great! A mile walk into the quaint town of Redstone, 20min drive to Carbondale or Marble (opposite direction)."
"Not very many trails near by, and starts to get cold early because of the valley.
I had no issues with being close to the highway."
"River access, no bugs, water, bathroom facilities, isolated spots surrounded by trees and close proximity to hayes waterfall and penny hot springs."
"It's beautiful to look at the red stoned mountains and the night sky filled with stars while being fairly close to other things."
"For those without AWD/4WD vehicles I would use caution/advise against since the drive to get into the actual grounds requires a bit of off roading including crossing a creek."
"Awesome valley with access to the creek. There is also a nice trail up the mountain that forks into two other trails."
"I used it as my base to drive the Crystal River trail which is about 10 miles down the road at Marble."
"Spent one night here, besides being right off the highway this place is amazing! Close to Marble which worked well for me."
$24 - $34 / night
"Just a short drive from downtown CB, lake Irwin is absolutely gorgeous. Situated on the lake with stunning mountain views in every direction."
"Amazing spot to spend the weekend with incredible views outside of our tent. Maybe 1/2mile walk maximum to the lake."
"To start, we camped with a teardrop trailer, but once you pass the White River National Forest sign and parking lot for the babbish trail head, it’s not easy to turn around unless you find a campsite."
"My first winter camping trip in Colorado."
$18 - $36 / night
"As we were leaving the campground, we realized several of the cows had walked through our campsite to drink from the reservoir."
"We pulled in for the night after a long day of driving. The place was completely empty. Everything seems newly constructed. The pit toilet was spotless and empty. "
$20 - $110 / night
"I love to come up here to get away from the real world. It is so peaceful up here and the people around are so great! The owners are beyond amazing!!"
"This campground is located right in town and walking distance to everything. However, it’s surprisingly quiet. I expected it to be much louder but was pleasantly surprised."
"You are within walking distance of the old mill site, town museum, BBQ restaurant, coffee shop. This is what small towns in America were like in the good ol' days."
ScoutThe 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. V
GuideThis 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.
TravelerThis is a nicely equipped park, very popular with the OHV crowd. Great access to many miles of forest service roads. The lake is just down the hill. The laundry and showers are clean. All RV spots are full hookups with 30/50 amp power. Water pressure is good. Everyone we have interacted with were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay here again.
GuideThis campground is just minutes from Glenwood and close to Grand Junction.
Glenwood Canyon Resort offers a safe and fun family vacation experience that the whole family can enjoy. • Located near Glenwood Springs and Grand Junction, Glenwood Canyon Resort is the ideal destination for a quick weekend escape from the city or an extended summer vacation. • Camping is one of the safest vacations that a family can take - get outside and enjoy the fresh mountain air! • 2025 has and will be bringing tons of exciting new additions to the park including an expansion being constructed currently.
ScoutThis campground has a variety of sites including some pull-through spots suitable for trailers. The campground is nestled into the south side of the canyon so between that and all the firs, many of the sites are in shade until late in the day or just about all day. There has never been a host present the times that I have been here. Bear activity is not uncommon.
The campground is near the trailhead for a couple of beautiful hikes. The Dark Canyon trail runs along Anthracite Creek and is particularly lovely. There are also some sweet tent sites along the trail for backpackers. Be aware that people do bring horses on these trails so if you have dogs off leash you need to have good recall. Also the area is wetter than many places in Colorado so expect some mud on the trail in the Spring, and from May into mid-June there are ticks.
TravelerPrivate RV park sits right on Hwy50 2.5 miles west of Gunnison. Mixed overnight and seasonal campers. Fairly clean but nothing fancy. Staff is nice and helpful. Paid $58/nt.
LegendAbsolutely requires four-wheel drive for two and a half miles of extremely rough unpaved road that goes up a thousand feet. Beautiful views and some shade but no break at all from the wind which can be intense up here. BLM land and other than some broken glass left by idiots it is very clean but this is completely a self contained location. I don't regret bringing my travel trailer up here because it's meant rough roads but had I known the road was this rough I wouldn't have started so be ready for 3 miles an hour until you get to the top of the hill.
GuideI loved the views from our campsite here. We parked at the smaller site on the drive to the left. It was on the right side and had a fire pit. The road was super rough to get up that far, but it was worth it. It was also a scary drive because of how close you are to the side of the mountain. No amenities other than a fire pit. We were able to find this spot on a Saturday night in July.
GuideWe had some incredible views from our campsite. The drive up was very rough and a little scary being so close to the side of the mountain. This site is just a little bit past the overlook. We were able to find a small site to park at and set up on a Saturday night in July. There was a fire pit but a fire ban in place so we couldn’t use it. Other than that there were no amenities. I loved feeling one with nature here.
Coordinates: 39.67626° N, 107.20359° W
Camping near Gunnison National Forest, Colorado, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Gunnison National Forest, Colorado, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors. With beautiful scenery, plenty of activities, and a variety of campgrounds, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Gunnison National Forest offers a wide range of camping options, with 279 campgrounds and RV parks near Gunnison National Forest and 63 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Gunnison National Forest is Bogan Flats Campground Grp S with a 4.6-star rating from 27 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 63 free dispersed camping spots near Gunnison National Forest.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near Gunnison National Forest that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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