Curecanti Creek contains three reservoirs on the Gunnison River. Blue Mesa Reservoir is Colorado's largest body of water, and it's very popular. Summertime brings out plenty of boats thanks to two marinas and five boat launches.
BYOB or rent a boat from a nearby outfitter. Deep waters of the reservoirs and canyons contain a copious amount of fish. Try to snag a huge lake trout or Kokanee salmon. Some areas even allow ice fishing in winter.
Curecanti Creek has something for everyone, even if you're a landlubber. Cimarron Visitor Center displays some narrow gauge railroad cars that delve into the mining history of the area. Elk Creek Visitor Center explains the natural history of the Gunnison River. Get up close to wildlife and wildflowers along the many miles of hiking trails here.
Curecanti Creek contains three reservoirs on the Gunnison River. Blue Mesa Reservoir is Colorado's largest body of water, and it's very popular. Summertime brings out plenty of boats thanks to two marinas and five boat launches.
BYOB or rent a boat from a nearby outfitter. Deep waters of the reservoirs and canyons contain a copious amount of fish. Try to snag a huge lake trout or Kokanee salmon. Some areas even allow ice fishing in winter.
Curecanti Creek has something for everyone, even if you're a landlubber. Cimarron Visitor Center displays some narrow gauge railroad cars that delve into the mining history of the area. Elk Creek Visitor Center explains the natural history of the Gunnison River. Get up close to wildlife and wildflowers along the many miles of hiking trails here.
Ten campgrounds offer year-round home bases for your outdoor excursion. Elk Creek has 160 sites with full RV hook-ups.
Activities in the park
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Paddling
Wind sports
Climbing
Snow sports
Swimming
Whitewater paddling
Wildlife watching
5 campgrounds in Curecanti National Recreation Area
Set in a picturesque valley surrounded by rocky ridges, East Elk Creek is a solid group site that lets you cram in the whole crew. With up to 50 people allowed here, you’ll have the campfire blazing and beer bottles poppin’ in no time. But don’t let the party vibe fool you, the sweet babbling of the creek will woo you to sleep at night and ease yo Read more...
Overlooking the shimmering, sexy Blue Mesa Reservoir, this spot well get those camp vibes flowing real fast. Set on a picturesque ridge right above the shore, you have three levels to choose from—get right in on the action at the bottom, keep it classy in the middle, or hop up to the top for beautiful sweeping views of the water. Whether you are d Read more...
At Elk Creek Campground, you’ll find prime access to the Blue Mesa Reservoir. You’ll be hitting up the shoreline all weekend long for all your favorite water dipping activities. At this site, you get all the wide open space and natural beauty you could ask for. Prefer to roll in style? This is a great campground for RVs. So pack up all your favori Read more...
Go big or go home! Blue Mesa Reservoir is the largest in Colorado, and Stevens Creek Campground makes the most of that designation. People make the trip out here for one thing: water activities. And boy, are there plenty to choose from. There’s your standard boating and fishing endeavors, but Blue Mesa is also a hub for wind surfing. Let the steep Read more...
Other campgrounds tremble in their boots when they hear about Red Creek Campground. Set amongst the stunning Curecanti National Recreation Area Red Creek Campground, a series of three reservoirs surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, Red Creek offers a Pandora’s box of adventure: hiking, boating, bird watching. Wind surfers, kayakers/canoers and motor Read more...
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Curecanti National Recreation Area
Nestled high in the mountains west of Colorado Springs is a boater's paradise.
Curecanti Creek contains three reservoirs on the Gunnison River. Blue Mesa Reservoir is Colorado's largest body of water, and it's very popular. Summertime brings out plenty of boats thanks to two marinas and five boat launches.
BYOB or rent a boat from a nearby outfitter. Deep waters of the reservoirs and canyons contain a copious amount of fish. Try to snag a huge lake trout or Kokanee salmon. Some areas even allow ice fishing in winter.
Curecanti Creek has something for everyone, even if you're a landlubber. Cimarron Visitor Center displays some narrow gauge railroad cars that delve into the mining history of the area. Elk Creek Visitor Center explains the natural history of the Gunnison River. Get up close to wildlife and wildflowers along the many miles of hiking trails here.
Ten campgrounds offer year-roun
Curecanti Creek contains three reservoirs on the Gunnison River. Blue Mesa Reservoir is Colorado's largest body of water, and it's very popular. Summertime brings out plenty of boats thanks to two marinas and five boat launches.
BYOB or rent a boat from a nearby outfitter. Deep waters of the reservoirs and canyons contain a copious amount of fish. Try to snag a huge lake trout or Kokanee salmon. Some areas even allow ice fishing in winter.
Curecanti Creek has something for everyone, even if you're a landlubber. Cimarron Visitor Center displays some narrow gauge railroad cars that delve into the mining history of the area. Elk Creek Visitor Center explains the natural history of the Gunnison River. Get up close to wildlife and wildflowers along the many miles of hiking trails here.
Ten campgrounds offer year-round home bases for your outdoor excursion. Elk Creek has 160 sites with full RV hook-ups.
Activities in the park
5 campgrounds in Curecanti National Recreation Area
Set in a picturesque valley surrounded by rocky ridges, East Elk Creek is a solid group site that lets you cram in the whole crew. With up to 50 people allowed here, you’ll have the campfire blazing and beer bottles poppin’ in no time. But don’t let the party vibe fool you, the sweet babbling of the creek will woo you to sleep at night and ease yo Read more...
Overlooking the shimmering, sexy Blue Mesa Reservoir, this spot well get those camp vibes flowing real fast. Set on a picturesque ridge right above the shore, you have three levels to choose from—get right in on the action at the bottom, keep it classy in the middle, or hop up to the top for beautiful sweeping views of the water. Whether you are d Read more...
At Elk Creek Campground, you’ll find prime access to the Blue Mesa Reservoir. You’ll be hitting up the shoreline all weekend long for all your favorite water dipping activities. At this site, you get all the wide open space and natural beauty you could ask for. Prefer to roll in style? This is a great campground for RVs. So pack up all your favori Read more...
Go big or go home! Blue Mesa Reservoir is the largest in Colorado, and Stevens Creek Campground makes the most of that designation. People make the trip out here for one thing: water activities. And boy, are there plenty to choose from. There’s your standard boating and fishing endeavors, but Blue Mesa is also a hub for wind surfing. Let the steep Read more...
Other campgrounds tremble in their boots when they hear about Red Creek Campground. Set amongst the stunning Curecanti National Recreation Area Red Creek Campground, a series of three reservoirs surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, Red Creek offers a Pandora’s box of adventure: hiking, boating, bird watching. Wind surfers, kayakers/canoers and motor Read more...
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