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Campgrounds in Curecanti National Recreation Area

3 campgrounds with 287 campsites. 2 of them have no electric hookups.

3campgrounds
287campsites
1with electric sites
62 ftlongest RV allowed

Three reservoirs and surrounding lands make up this recreation area in western Colorado. It is a landscape of tradeoffs; natural and human made features exist together. Geologic wonders are abundant from the sagebrush shrublands to forests. Visitors can experience the park year-round on both land and water.

Description: Recreation.gov.

Campgrounds in Curecanti National Recreation Area

CampgroundNearest townSitesElectricMax RV
Elk Creek CampgroundGunnison1503862 ft
Lake Fork CampgroundGunnison83None52 ft
Stevens Creek CampgroundGunnison54None40 ft

What to bring to Curecanti National Recreation Area

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Frequently asked questions

How many campgrounds are in Curecanti National Recreation Area?

3 campgrounds with 287 campsites between them.

Do campgrounds in Curecanti National Recreation Area have electric hookups?

1 of the 3 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.