BLM · Gunnison · Powderhorn, CO

Red Bridge Campground

Red Bridge Campground is a short distance off of the Silver Thread National Scenic Byway. You'll find public fishing access to the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River, and access to the Lake Fork Spur scenic drive. The Red Bridge Campground located on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River is a perfect place for someone to relax and fish. The campground has 7 campsites and 1 restroom. Each campsite has a parking spur, metal fire ring, and a picnic table.

Reservable · Recreation.gov7 sitesFrom $10 per night46 ft maxNo hookupsPets okFires ok

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River through mountainous terrain, forested and rocky. Picnic tableForested rocky mountain terrain with sign "Red Bridge Campground"River through mountainous terrain, forested and rocky. Picnic table and fire pitRed Bridge Campground
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3fires
active
Elk · 15 mi away · 7,257 acres
2 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Standard, no hookups7
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

7 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFires
01Back-in43GravelNo / No8 / 2Yes
02Back-in43GravelNo / No8 / 2Yes
03Back-in39GravelNo / No8 / 2Yes
04Back-in48GravelNo / No8 / 2Yes
05Back-in32GravelNo / No8 / 2Yes
06Back-in30GravelNo / No8 / 2Yes
07Back-in40GravelNo / No8 / 2Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length46 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Fees$10 fee per campsite per night. Must make payment within 30 minutes of arrival.
Stay limit14 Day Stay Limit
Accessibility1 restroom is ADA accessible

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

2.3 miles north on CR 25 (aka 'Blue Mesa Cutoff') from Hwy 149.

Nearest townPowderhorn, Colorado
Coordinates38.3220° N, 107.2250° W · Directions ↗

Good to know

  • Potable water is not available at this campground.

Fire nearby

  • Wildfire
    Elk

    15 mi from the campground · 7,257 acres · 90% contained

  • Prescribed
    High Mesa Piles Rx

    16 mi from the campground · 324 acres

  • Wildfire
    Gold Mountain

    31 mi from the campground · 39,747 acres · 92% contained

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗10.3 mi
Outdoor gearOuray Mountain Sports ↗31.8 mi
RV sales & serviceRV sales & service ↗57.3 mi

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Worth a stop

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Guidebooks for Gunnison and Colorado

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  • TRUE GRIT the Real Uncompahgre Explorer Gunnison River Indian Tribes
    Robert Rees, 2017
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  • Your Guide to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
    Michael Oswald, 2012
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  • Best Tent Camping: Colorado
    Kim Lipker and Johnny Molloy, 2018
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Red Bridge Campground?

Sites at Red Bridge Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Red Bridge Campground?

$10 fee per campsite per night. Must make payment within 30 minutes of arrival.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Red Bridge Campground?

Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Red Bridge Campground have?

7 sites, including 7 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Red Bridge Campground?

The longest site here provides 46 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Red Bridge Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Red Bridge Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Red Bridge Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-15, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.

Source: Fire nearby

How long can I stay at Red Bridge Campground?

14 Day Stay Limit

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Red Bridge Campground?

1 restroom is ADA accessible.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is the nearest town to Red Bridge Campground?

Powderhorn, Colorado.

Source: Getting there

What if Red Bridge Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are The Gate Campground (5.6 mi), Elk Creek Campground (10.4 mi), and Alpine Ranger Station (10.9 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby