Campground

Lake Fork Campground

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$12-24per night

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Details

Lat:38.4548253080126

Lng:-107.32698116978747

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National Park Service

Last Updated: August 8, 2026

Campground Overview

Introduction

The campground is located 27 miles west of Gunnison on CO Highway 92 near the intersection with U.S. Highway 50 on the shore of Blue Mesa Reservoir. We recommend making reservations at recreation.gov prior to coming to Curecanti because cell service and first-come, first-served sites may be unavailable. Reservations may be made on recreation.gov from mid-May to mid-September. Tents and large RVs can be accommodated. The campground is paved except for the tent walk-in sites. Elevation: 7580 feet

Campsite Details

Reservable57

First Come First Serve19

Total Sites90

Group0

Horse0

Tent Only4

Electrical Hookups0

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To4

Other0

Operating Hours

All sections are reservable on Recreation.gov.

Weather

Weather can vary greatly throughout the day. Summer daytime temperatures range between 50 to 90F (10 to 32C), nights 40 to 60F (4 to 15C). Precipitation is minimal, but afternoon thunderstorms and strong winds are common during the summer.

Amenities

Trash & Recycling Collection

Toilets

Cell Phone Reception

Amphitheater

Dump Station

Staff or Host On-Site

Potable Water

Directions

Lake Fork Campground is located 27 miles west of Gunnison on CO Highway 92 near the intersection with U.S. Highway 50.

Rates & Fees

$24.00

Upper & Middle Sections Standard Camping Fee

The nightly camping fee for the Upper and Middle Sections at Lake Fork is $24.00.

$12.00

Upper & Middle Sections Senior/Access Camping Fee

Discounted camping rate for valid Senior or Access passes. The nightly camping fee with valid passes is $12.00.

$24.00

Lower Section Standard Camping Fee

The nightly camping fee for Lower Section at Lake Fork is $24.00. The Lower Section is non-reservable (first-come first-served).

$12.00

Lower Section Senior/Access Camping Fee

Discounted camping rate for valid Senior or Access passes. The nightly camping fee with valid passes is $12.00. The Lower Section is non-reservable (first-come first-served).

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Fires are allowed in provided grates. Camp stoves may be used.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Restrooms are accessible.
Cell Phone Information
Cell reception is unreliable.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Small to large trailers can be accommodated at Lake Fork.
RV Maximum Length
55
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
The campground is paved except for the walk-in tent sites. Campsites 51 and 52 are designated accessible.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground

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