About East Portal Campground
East Portal Campground is a campground in Montrose, Colorado. The address on file is East Portal Road, Black Canyon National Park, Montrose, Colorado 81401. It has 15 campsites. It is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go. Its listed price tier is $ on a scale of $ to $$$. We do not have current nightly rates. The phone number on file is (970) 641-2337. The official website is nps.gov.
Nearby trails and campgrounds
The closest trails in our directory are Last Dollar Road (easy, 36 miles), Engineer Pass (moderate, 39 miles) and Imogene Pass (moderate, 41 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: South Rim Campground (2.5 miles), North Rim Campground (5.2 miles) and Elk Creek Campground (26 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.
- Last Dollar Road (36 miles, straight-line)
- Engineer Pass (39 miles, straight-line)
- Imogene Pass (41 miles, straight-line)
- South Rim Campground (2.5 miles, straight-line)
- North Rim Campground (5.2 miles, straight-line)
- Elk Creek Campground (26 miles, straight-line)
Frequently asked questions
Where is East Portal Campground?
East Portal Campground is a campground in Montrose, Colorado. The address on file is East Portal Road, Black Canyon National Park, Montrose, Colorado 81401.
How many campsites does East Portal Campground have?
East Portal Campground has 15 campsites in our listing.
Is East Portal Campground open all year?
No. East Portal Campground is listed as seasonal, so confirm opening dates before you go.
What is the phone number for East Portal Campground?
The phone number on file is (970) 641-2337.
What off-road trails are near East Portal Campground?
The closest trails in our directory are Last Dollar Road (easy, 36 miles), Engineer Pass (moderate, 39 miles) and Imogene Pass (moderate, 41 miles). Distances are straight-line, so the drive is longer.
About This Campground
East Portal Campground is located within Curecanti National Recreation Area, but is adjacent to and only accessible from Black Canyon National Park ($30 entrance fee). This small campground is located at the bottom of the canyon along the Gunnison River, shaded by box elder trees. The campground is closed in winter. East Portal Road is closed to vehicles in winter but open to pedestrians and cyclists. The Bureau of Reclamation determines when East Portal Road closes. Elevation: 6526 feet (1989 m).
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East Portal Road, Black Canyon National Park
Montrose, Colorado 81401
GPS Coordinates: 38.52690, -107.64931
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- NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
- This campground operates seasonally, check exact dates before booking
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