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Top-rated campgrounds near Gunnison
92% (342)
Top-rated campgrounds near Gunnison
Public campgrounds near Gunnison
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Zach
September 2025
Tent
We loved our time at Parker's beach site! We camped at Beach Site 1 and had a great time. Would recommend bringing bug spray, as we started to fight some mosquitoes after the sun went down, but beyond that, the night was great. Parker was a great host and was very responsive - We bought firewood from him and had a nice big fire in one of the big firepit bowls. The bathroom house was awesome, just a bit of a walk from the beach. Our sleep was excellent, and we had a great drive into SLC the next day. Would absolutely recommend camping here!
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Kelly
September 2025
2 nights at Sandy Beach
I had a really great time at Sandy beaches I was prepared for camping, pod nine was beautiful. I was ready to care for my trash, I knew I needed to keep my food cold. They figured out how to cool it down, slept well. I was glad to have a beautiful fire on the beach. Super cool. There were a lot of flies. I wasn’t ready for that. I look forward to going again.
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Terry
September 2025
24 ft campervan
With pets
Wonderful… clean , some what warm water. Dog heaven… peaceful… Loved it so much. Would definitely go back. We had it all to ourselves. (Bonus) Great for hiking and riding Electric Bike…
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Carola
September 2025
18 ft travel trailer
Directions were good site is very unique beautiful surroundings wide open space.
It gets pretty windy and at at dusk, we were dealing with a bunch of bugs. They didn’t sting, but there were lots of them.
There’s a bathroom and a shower. It’s fairly basic no hot water but of course you are very remote there.
Host was very responsive and informative.
Would definitely stay there again as it is so very unique to wake up and be on a beach!
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Jerrod
September 2025
Tent
Sandy Beach had incredible views, and the water was gorgeous! Easy to find, and very communicative hosts. They were accommodating and easy to talk to. The space is private and clean. I have suggested this to friends. I’m excited to come back!
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Maggie
September 2025
Tent
With pets
I stayed here in the middle of the week and had the whole beach to myself!! I can see why some guests mention the wind, but regardless, the views are beautiful and I loved my time here. The host was also super communicative and let me stay on a different night than I originally booked.
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Misty
August 2025
2 nights at Sandy Beach
The property was more run down on the outside then the photos but we all know we post pictures at our best, lots of over grown prickly bushes which is a Yuba thing but the listing just doesn't reflect that so fyi. It was hot as Hades in that box when I arrived and there is a portable swamp cooler but it mostly just made it humid and smell funny so I turned it back off and just opened windows and the sliding door. I was happy to have a bed and not tent it, that was my goal and this fit that perfectly, but it's still "camping" so be realistic in expectations. Bathroom was a smidge further than I imagined, it's a walk back down the road and up a hill. There were outlets by the bed and bar top but I couldn't get anything to plug in, just would not insert, luckily the ones by the bed had a USB port and the charger I had worked for that. The view in the morning was amazing overlooking the lake and since I was there in August it cools down a lot at night with windows open. Overall it was pleasant. The listing also said wifi available but when I searched for a network none were found, not even password protected ones. Closest gas station is back towards nephi just FYI so no quick stop for snacks, do it on the way or plan for the outting.
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brad
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Awesome camp ground. Very fun. My kids loved it. If tent camping be prepared for the wind. It comes and goes but still definitely worth the stay.
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Dave
August 2025
Tent
With kids
We tent camping for 2 nights. Great place. Very big and spacious. Water fun and 4 wheelers camp type area. Sand everywhere. Stars at night are amazing. No shade, suggest bringing your own shade. (Canopy or open tent you can tie down) Careful of windy days. First day and night was very windy. My kids didn't care, they love being outside. Best thing to bring to counter the wind is a mosquito net head cover. Worked wonderfully to protext the eyes during the day and night. Paddle board rental available. Wood is available for a great deal for the size of wood you can choose.
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Andi
August 2025
21 ft travel trailer
The RV sites have lots of room, so you don’t feel like you are closed in. You are steps away from the water.
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mardie
July 2025
2 nights at Sandy Beach
I had the most relaxing stay at Sandy Beach. This was such a hidden gem!! I was traveling on my own as a 28 year old girl and felt very safe. I met so many kind people, and Parker was an amazing host. I ended up extending my stay and hope to be back as soon as possible!
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Robert
July 2025
28 ft Class C
With kids
As always this place never disappoints. Great location, everyone is always friendly and the location is one of our go to’s for the summer
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Kathy
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Sandy Beach
Ranger helpful and responsive
Swamp cooler helpful
Needed to know where to get kayaks etc and process
But ranger Parker helpful
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Doug
July 2025
Tent
With pets
It is a great set up. You can have a campfire, it’s beautiful, soft sand, lake isn’t too cold, etc.
I would check the weather to make sure it’s not windy though or the fine sand will pelt you the whole time. It’s also a long walk to the bathroom.
Lake has a clay bottom it feels and you have to walk out awhile for it to get deep.
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Abner
July 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Awesome spot to camp in front of the lake. Tons of people use this location and it was still clean. Would stay again.
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Erik
July 2025
19 ft pop-up camper
Excellent camping spots right next to the water with soft sand. We had a really good time with our pups.
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Raegan
July 2025
2 nights at Sandy Beach
Great place! I stayed in pod 9 which felt more secluded than some of the other pods. The beach was clean and quiet. Only thing to be aware of is that it does get quite stuffy/hot in the pods. It was bearable with the fan on but at times it felt cooler outside than inside. This is to be expected though as it’s Utah in the Summer!
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Robert
June 2025
38 ft Class C
With kids
Spot 19 was great. This time of year we can easily take our Class C 30ft RV down to the beach with no issues. Been here multiple times and will keep coming back.
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Diana
June 2025
With pets
Sandy beaches was awesome! Had a blast! Our tiny home was awesome also!
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Kayley
June 2025
4 nights at Sandy Beach
Beautiful spot to quiet the mind and refresh the soul. Potable water within a 5-min driving distance, electricity by solar power, and flushable toilet plus shower from tank water. The whole site is off grid and eco-friendly and right on a private beach. Can’t get any better!
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