Lodgepole
Lodgepole Campground is located 22 miles from Gunnison, COLORADO in the Taylor River Canyon. Visitors enjoy the area for its rafting, fishing and trail opportunities.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
| Tent-only | 2 |
| Host/management | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Standard | 40 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | Tent only | Pull-through | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes | |
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 1 | Yes |
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 | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water 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. 1 (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 | $18 per night per camping unit; $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, Colo. travel north on Highway 135 for 10 miles to Almont. Turn right (northeast) onto Taylor Canyon Road and proceed 12 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.
| Coordinates | 38.7611° N, 106.6611° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireWillow
35 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
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | CB SUP ↗ | 18.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Holiday RV ↗ | 35.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
Taylor Park Reservoir is located within 10 miles of the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there as well.
- 8.5 miFive-Mile Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 14.2 miQuartz Creek Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 14.4 miTexas Creek Horse Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 1 miSummerville ↗10.6 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.3 miSouth Lottis ↗10.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.3 miUnion Canyon2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 3 miFivemile Creek2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 3.8 miDoctor Park Bonus2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.9 miUnion Canyon Spur0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
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
Fossil Ridge Wilderness begins about 0.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.6 miFossil Ridge Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 32,062 acres
- 4.8 miGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,153,199 acres
- 8.2 miCollegiate Peaks Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 165,874 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 in a dense stand of lodgepole pine trees, which provides shade and privacy between campsites. Summertime temperatures are warm during the day and cool at night.
Recreation
The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for leisurely rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout. The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area lies one mile south of the campground. The Summerville and South Lottis trailheads provide access to the scenic, natural area. 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 Lodgepole?
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 Lodgepole?
$18 per night per camping unit; $10 per firewood bundle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lodgepole?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Lodgepole open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 23 to Oct. 1 (weather dependent).
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Lodgepole have?
23 sites, including 11 standard sites without power and 2 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lodgepole?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Lodgepole?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lodgepole. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Lodgepole?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 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 Lodgepole?
The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for leisurely rafting and kayaking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Lodgepole is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Cold Spring (1.1 mi, first-come), Lottis Creek Campground (2.1 mi, partly first-come), and Rosy Lane (5.1 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby