One Mile
One Mile Campground is located 18 miles from Gunnison, CO 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
| RV with electric | 9 |
| Standard with electric | 9 |
| Host/management | 11 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 99 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
18 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Power | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 002 | Electric | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 005 | RV electric | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Electric | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 007 | RV electric | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 008 | RV electric | Pull-through | 99 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 009 | Electric | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 010 | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 012 | RV electric | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 1 | |
| 013 | Electric | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | 15/30 amp | 6 / 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 XXX, 005, 021, 022 are listed accessible |
The campground offers single-family campsites, all of which have electric hookups. Several sites are also accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring.
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; $10 per firewood bundle. |
| Rules | Off-Highway Vehicle use not allowed in the campground. |
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore recreation page ↗
Weather by month
Getting there
From Gunnison, Colo. travel north on Colorado Highway 135 for 10 miles, to Almont. Turn right onto Taylor Canyon Road and proceed just over 8 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.
| Coordinates | 38.7272° N, 106.7592° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireWillow
39 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 ↗ | 13.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | CB SUP ↗ | 15.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Holiday RV ↗ | 39.6 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Taylor Park Reservoir is approximately 13 miles from the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming opportunities. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there as well.
- 2.7 miFive-Mile Day Use Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miDoctor Park ↗23.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.7 miHarmels Point1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miFive Mile0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.1 miCougar Canyon1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.3 miMoonlight1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miThreemile Creek1.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 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
This campground sits inside Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests.
- inGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,153,199 acres
- 2.6 miFossil Ridge Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 32,062 acres
- 13.2 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 lies on the banks of the Taylor River, at an elevation of 8,600 feet. Most sites are shaded by a stand of lodgepole pine and aspen trees. Summer temperatures are warm in the day and cool at night.
Recreation
The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout. The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area is nearby. 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 One Mile?
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 One Mile?
$26 per night per camping unit; $10 per night electric fee; $10 per firewood bundle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at One Mile?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is One Mile 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 One Mile have?
29 sites, including 9 RV sites with electric and 9 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at One Mile?
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 One Mile have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at One Mile?
Yes, pets are allowed at One Mile. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at One Mile?
Sites XXX, 005, 021, and 022 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. 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 One Mile?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at One Mile?
The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for rafting and kayaking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if One Mile is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are North Bank (0.3 mi, first-come), Granite Tent Campground (0.5 mi, first-come), and Rosy Lane (0.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby