About Elk Creek Campground
Elk Creek Campground is a campground in Gunnison, Colorado. The address on file is 102 Elk Creek, Gunnison, Colorado 81230. It has 155 campsites. It is listed as open all year. 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 Taylor Park (easy, 40 miles), Cinnamon Pass (moderate, 41 miles) and Engineer Pass (moderate, 41 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: East Portal Campground (26 miles), South Rim Campground (28 miles) and North Rim Campground (30 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.
- Taylor Park (40 miles, straight-line)
- Cinnamon Pass (41 miles, straight-line)
- Engineer Pass (41 miles, straight-line)
- East Portal Campground (26 miles, straight-line)
- South Rim Campground (28 miles, straight-line)
- North Rim Campground (30 miles, straight-line)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Elk Creek Campground?
Elk Creek Campground is a campground in Gunnison, Colorado. The address on file is 102 Elk Creek, Gunnison, Colorado 81230.
How many campsites does Elk Creek Campground have?
Elk Creek Campground has 155 campsites in our listing.
Is Elk Creek Campground open all year?
Yes. Elk Creek Campground is listed as open all year.
What is the phone number for Elk Creek Campground?
The phone number on file is (970) 641-2337.
What off-road trails are near Elk Creek Campground?
The closest trails in our directory are Taylor Park (easy, 40 miles), Cinnamon Pass (moderate, 41 miles) and Engineer Pass (moderate, 41 miles). Distances are straight-line, so the drive is longer.
About This Campground
Elk Creek Campground is located 16 miles west of Gunnison on U.S. Highway 50 on the shore of Blue Mesa Reservoir. We recommend making reservations prior to coming to Curecanti because cell service may be unavailable. All sites can be reserved and can be made the same day. All types of camping from tents to large RVs can be accommodated. Very few sites have trees. This is the only campground with electricity (Loop D only) at Curecanti. Elevation: 7540 feet
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102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, Colorado 81230
GPS Coordinates: 38.46742, -107.17207
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- NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
- Open year-round, winter sites may have limited amenities
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