Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado)

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Almont, CO, CO

Price: From $18 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (58 reviews)

Season: May through October

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. The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for leisurely rafting and kayaking.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lodgepole-taylor-river-canyon-near-gunnison-colorado to be notified when sites open up.

Lodgepole offers pristine access to the Taylor River for fishing (rainbow and brook trout) and calm water rafting/kayaking, with nearby Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area and scenic hiking trails. Google reviewers praise its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, beautiful views, and abundant wildlife.

Wildlife alert: Pacific Marten, Bighorn Sheep, Colorado Chipmunk, Wyoming Ground Squirrel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Dipper, Wilson's Warbler, Mountain Bluebird, Pine Siskin, and Wandering Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado): Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 13 sites. Minimal vehicle traffic between 9 pm and 7 am, making it quieter than expected despite proximity to Taylor Canyon Road. Bring a water container — drinking water available via pump station.

Skip Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only self-contained RVs suitable.. You require year-round access — seasonal May-October only.. You're a light sleeper sensitive to road noise — all sites are close to the road..

Best time to visit Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: Cold Spring (Co) (Almont, CO), Lottis Creek Campground (Gunnison, CO), Rosy Lane (GUNNISON, CO), One Mile (Almont, CO).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado)

Cell signal at Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) (Almont, 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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Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado)

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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. The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for leisurely rafting and kayaking.

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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
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

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; only self-contained RVs suitable.✕ You require year-round access — seasonal May-October only.✕ You're a light sleeper sensitive to road noise — all sites are close to the road.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 13 sites.

Minimal vehicle traffic between 9 pm and 7 am, making it quieter than expected despite proximity to Taylor Canyon Road.

Bring a water container

drinking water available via pump station.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Things to do nearby

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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: Pacific Marten, Bighorn Sheep, Colorado Chipmunk, Wyoming Ground Squirrel, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, American Dipper, Wilson's Warbler, Mountain Bluebird, Pine Siskin, and Wandering Garter Snake.

Location

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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.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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

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How much does Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) cost per night?+
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) costs $18 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) open?+
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado)?+
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado)?+
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) 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 Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) open, and what are check-in times?+
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon Near Gunnison, Colorado) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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$18 /night★ 4.4 (58)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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