Lakeview Gunnison
Lakeview Campground is located on Taylor Park Reservoir, at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and boating, and abundant off-road and biking opportunities.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 29 |
| Standard with electric | 9 |
| RV, no hookups | 5 |
| Tent-only | 4 |
| Host/management | 22 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 99 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
47 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | No | 6 / 1 | ||
| 002 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 003 | RV | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | No | 6 / 1 | ||
| 004 | Tent only | Pull-through | Gravel | No | 6 / 1 | |||
| 005 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 008 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | No | 6 / 1 | |||
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No | 8 / 1 | |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No | 8 / 1 |
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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 031, 032, 034, 053 and 3 more are listed accessible |
The campground offers several single-family campsites, some of which have electric hookups. Some sites are also accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May 23 to Oct. 7 (weather dependent) |
| Forest | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore |
| Booking | Reservations can be made at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777, TDD 1-877-833-6777. Some sites are first-come, first-served. |
| Fees | $26 per night per camping unit; $10 per night electric fee; $13 per additional tent in tent camping units, $10 per firewood bundle. |
| Rules | OHV use not authorized in campground. |
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore recreation page ↗
Weather by month
Getting there
From Gunnison, travel north on Highway 135 for approximately 10 miles to Almont. Turn right on County Road 742 and continue 25 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.
| Nearest town | Almont, Colorado |
| Coordinates | 38.8175° N, 106.5800° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireWillow
30 mi from the campground · 7,359 acres · 92% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Butte & Co. ↗ | 21.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Holiday RV ↗ | 34.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Video
Lakeview Gunnison Campground, CO - 4K video of each campsite (including Accessibility) and
Worth a stop
- 8.7 miTexas Creek Horse Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.2 miSilver Basin Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 14.2 miFive-Mile Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miLakeview Campground2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.1 miCumberland Pass Snowmobile/Ski ↗26.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.1 miTaylor Vista0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 1.5 miWillow Creek Snowmobile1.4 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2 miCottonwood Pass Snowmobile ↗13.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2.5 miUnion Park Snowmobile ↗9.4 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Collegiate Peaks Wilderness begins about 2.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.7 miCollegiate Peaks Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 165,874 acres
- 5.1 miFossil Ridge Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 32,062 acres
- 10.2 miGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,153,199 acres
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.
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Natural features
The campground is situated just above Taylor Park Reservoir, among ponderosa and lodgepole pine trees. The valley floor is broad, flat and dotted with sagebrush. Most campsites have beautiful views of the reservoir and the Sawatch Mountains.
Recreation
Taylor Park Reservoir offers boating, fishing and swimming. Anglers cast for northern pike, kokanee salmon, and rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout. A boat ramp is located just below the campground. Fishing and pontoon boat rentals are available at the marina. A number of off-road trails are found in the surrounding area, including Doctor Park Trail, Taylor River Trail and Taylor Vista Trail.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lakeview Gunnison?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Lakeview Gunnison?
$26 per night per camping unit; $10 per night electric fee; $13 per additional tent in tent camping units, $10 per firewood bundle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lakeview Gunnison?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Lakeview Gunnison open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 23 to Oct. 7 (weather dependent).
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Lakeview Gunnison have?
69 sites, including 29 standard sites without power, 9 standard sites with power, 5 RV sites without hookups, and 4 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lakeview Gunnison?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Lakeview Gunnison have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Lakeview Gunnison?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lakeview Gunnison. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Lakeview Gunnison?
Sites 031, 032, 034, and 053 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Lakeview Gunnison?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Lakeview Gunnison?
Taylor Park Reservoir offers boating, fishing and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Lakeview Gunnison?
Almont, Colorado.
Source: Getting there