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Lakeview Gunnison
FSU.S. Forest Service — ALMONT · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest |
| Location | ALMONT · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest · 38.81750, -106.58000 · Map |
| Sites | 47 public sites counted from the federal listing — 29 standard nonelectric; 9 standard electric; 5 rv nonelectric; 4 tent only nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 9 of 47 sites (up to 30 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 47 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 47 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 47 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 99 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 49 sites · 30 ft: 45 sites · 35 ft: 37 sites · 40 ft: 31 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 1:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 48 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 7 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 970-642-0566 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Lakeview Campground is located on Taylor Park Reservoir, at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and boating, and abundant off-road and biking opportunities. Recreation Taylor Park Reservoir offers boating, fishing and swimming. Anglers cast for northern pike, kokanee salmon, and rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout. A boat ramp is located just below the campground. Fishing and pontoon boat rentals are available at the marina.
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 several single-family campsites, some of which have electric hookups. Some sites are also accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Natural Features The campground is situated just above Taylor Park Reservoir, among ponderosa and lodgepole pine trees. The valley floor is broad, flat and dotted with sagebrush. Most campsites have beautiful views of the reservoir and the Sawatch Mountains. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Directions, from the listing
From Gunnison, travel north on Highway 135 for approximately 10 miles to Almont. Turn right on County Road 742 and continue 25 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.
Nearest federal campgrounds
3 mi straight-line · ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceLottis Creek Campground
4 mi straight-line · Gunnison ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceCold Spring (CO)
5 mi straight-line · ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceLodgepole (Taylor River Canyon near Gunnison, COLORADO)
6 mi straight-line · ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceDinner Station
6 mi straight-line · Colorado
Trip Card — Lakeview Gunnison
ALMONT · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | ALMONT · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 9 |
| Max RV | Up to 99 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 47 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232154 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.