Crag Crest

Federal campground in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

Location: Cedaredge, CO, CO

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Secluded and quiet campground with shade, overlooking a small reservoir on the Grand Mesa. Very affordable at $20/night with fire rings and picnic tables.

Wildlife alert: Black bears present in area—store food securely. Also note: domesticated fox in area that is unafraid of humans and may approach picnic tables. Long-tailed weasels, Pacific martens, and yellow-bellied marmots also verified nearby.

Insider tips for Crag Crest: First-come, first-served only—arrive early to claim a site. Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature if available. Creek nearby provides water access. Road to entrance may be rough—use caution with small vehicles or large campers.

Skip Crag Crest if: You need hookups—no hookups available.. You require reserved sites—first-come, first-served only.. You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only.. You have a small car or large camper—entrance road is challenging..

Best time to visit Crag Crest: May-October — Official operating season per RIDB data..

Nearby campgrounds: Cottonwood Lake (Co) (Molina, CO), Ward Lake (Cedaredge, CO), Little Bear (Cedaredge, CO), Big Creek (Co) (Molina, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Crag Crest

Cell signal at Crag Crest (Cedaredge, 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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Cedaredge, CO, CO★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 hookups—no hookups available.✕ You require reserved sites—first-come, first-served only.✕ You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only.✕ You have a small car or large camper—entrance road is challenging.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served only

arrive early to claim a site.

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature if available.

Creek nearby provides water access.

Road to entrance may be rough

use caution with small vehicles or large campers.

Best: May-October

Official operating season per RIDB data.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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: Black bears present in area—store food securely. Also note: domesticated fox in area that is unafraid of humans and may approach picnic tables. Long-tailed weasels, Pacific martens, and yellow-bellied marmots also verified nearby.

Location

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Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Crag Crest cost per night?+
Crag Crest costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Crag Crest open?+
Crag Crest is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Crag Crest have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Crag Crest?+
Crag Crest is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Crag Crest?+
Crag Crest 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 Crag Crest?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Crag Crest is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Crag Crest open, and what are check-in times?+
Crag Crest is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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