Cimarron Campground (Co)

Federal campground in Curecanti National Recreation Area

Location: Gunnison, CO, CO

Price: From $24 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cimarron Campground is located 20 miles (32 km) east of Montrose, CO on U.S. Highway 50 at the site of Cimarron, a historic narrow gauge railroad town . The campground accomodates all types of camping--from tents to medium sized RVs.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cimarron-campground-co to be notified when sites open up.

Cimarron Campground offers a scenic setting near a historic narrow gauge railroad town with adjacent railroad exhibits and access to Crystal Reservoir. Campers consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly hosts, and beautiful natural surroundings along the Cimarron River.

Wildlife alert: Golden Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, and Rock Wrens present in the area. Also watch for Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Western Meadowlarks, Great Basin Gopher Snakes, Common Sagebrush Lizards, and Wandering Garter Snakes.

Insider tips for Cimarron Campground (Co): All sites are first-come, first-served and the campground rarely fills. Visit Newberry's store for rock collection viewing—rockhounding is a popular activity here. Crystal Reservoir near Morrow Point Dam is only 1.5 miles away for day trips.

Skip Cimarron Campground (Co) if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites.. You require winter camping—seasonal operations May through October only.. You prefer established reservations—first-come, first-served only..

Best time to visit Cimarron Campground (Co): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: East Portal Campground (Montrose, CO), Black Canyon Of The Gunnison South Rim Campground (MONTROSE, CO), Lake Fork Campground (GUNNISON, CO), Big Cimarron (Cimarron, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cimarron Campground (Co)

Cell signal at Cimarron Campground (Co) (Gunnison, CO): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Cimarron Campground is located 20 miles (32 km) east of Montrose, CO on U.S. Highway 50 at the site of Cimarron, a historic narrow gauge railroad town . The campground accomodates all types of camping--from tents to medium sized RVs.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump Station
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites.✕ You require winter camping—seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You prefer established reservations—first-come, first-served only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

All sites are first-come, first-served and the campground rarely fills.

Visit Newberry's store for rock collection viewing

rockhounding is a popular activity here.

Crystal Reservoir near Morrow Point Dam is only 1.5 miles away for day trips.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Golden Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, and Rock Wrens present in the area. Also watch for Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Western Meadowlarks, Great Basin Gopher Snakes, Common Sagebrush Lizards, and Wandering Garter Snakes.

Location

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Getting there →

Cimarron Campground is located 20 miles (32 km) east of Montrose between mile markers 112 and 113 on U.S. Highway 50, at the site of a historic narrow gauge railroad town.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Curecanti National Recreation Area fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Curecanti National Recreation Area before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Cimarron Campground (Co) cost per night?+
Cimarron Campground (Co) costs $24 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Cimarron Campground (Co) open?+
Cimarron Campground (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cimarron Campground (Co) have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Cimarron Campground (Co)?+
Cimarron Campground (Co) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Cimarron Campground (Co)?+
Cimarron Campground (Co) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Cimarron Campground (Co)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cimarron Campground (Co) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cimarron Campground (Co) open, and what are check-in times?+
Cimarron Campground (Co) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$24 /night★ 4 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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