What are the camping options in the Gunnison National Forest near Blue Mesa Reservoir?

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In addition to plenty of space for dispersed backcountry camping, there are more than 30 developed campgrounds that offer tent sites, RV sites, and cabins in the Gunnison National Forest. The closest developed campgrounds to Blue Mesa Reservoir include Soap Creek Campground, with 21 campsites, Lake Irwin Campground, with 25 campsites, and the Lost Lake Campground-Paionia, with 18 campsites. You can also explore different options for camping near Blue Mesa Reservoir on Hipcamp.

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