Lodgepole

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest, CO · ≈68.4 mi to Montrose
Sites
13
Max rig
40 ft
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
68.4 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Boating and fishing enthusiasts
  • Horseback riding campers
  • Pet owners
  • Hikers and bikers

✕ Not ideal for

  • Big rigs needing hookups
  • Accessibility-focused campers
  • Convenience-seeking visitors

Connectivity

Best bet: T-MobileUsable 5G — good enough to stay connected · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
VerizonLTE
AT&T5G
T-MobileLTE

What's here

11 Standards (no Hookups)
2 Tent Onlys (no Hookups)
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Checked against every site's real dimensions.
Your RV length
35ft
35 ft
Your fit summary
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Amenities & features

Amenities
Drinking waterPets allowed
Activities
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHorseback Riding
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Tight for big rigsRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Minimal servicesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Montrose, ~68.4 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: Share the Experience, Richard Valenti

Overview

Overview 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. Recreation The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for leisurely rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout. The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area lies one mile south of the campground. 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. Facilities The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural Features The campground is situated in a dense stand of lodgepole pine trees, which provides shade and privacy between campsites. Summertime temperatures are warm during the day and cool at night. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888. Nearby Attractions Taylor Park Reservoir is located within 10 miles of the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there as well.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Standard campground