Rosy Lane
FSU.S. Forest Service — GUNNISON · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest |
| Location | GUNNISON · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest · 38.73056, -106.74667 · Map |
| Sites | 15 public sites counted from the federal listing — 11 standard nonelectric; 3 rv nonelectric; 1 rv electric |
| 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 1 of 15 sites (up to 15 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 15 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 15 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 15 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 50 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 16 sites · 30 ft: 15 sites · 35 ft: 13 sites · 40 ft: 11 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 15 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 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 Rosy Lane Campground is located 17 miles from Gunnison, Colo., 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 rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout.
The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area is nearby. 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. Site 008 has 15-Amp electric hookups. Site 004 is accessible. Campground now has potable drinking water available.
Natural Features The campground lies on the banks of the Taylor River, at an elevation of 8,600 feet. Most sites are shaded by a stand of lodgepole pine and aspen trees. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888. Nearby Attractions Taylor Park Reservoir is about 12 miles from the campground, with boating, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available.
Directions, from the listing
From Gunnison, Colo., travel north on Colorado Highway 135 for 10 miles, to Almont. Turn right (northeast) on Taylor Canyon Road and proceed 7 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the left side of the road.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceNorth Bank (CO)
1 mi straight-line · ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceSpring Creek (CO)
2 mi straight-line · ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceLodgepole (Taylor River Canyon near Gunnison, COLORADO)
5 mi straight-line · ColoradoFSU.S. Forest ServiceCold Spring (CO)
6 mi straight-line · Colorado
Trip Card — Rosy Lane
GUNNISON · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | GUNNISON · Colorado · Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 1 |
| Max RV | Up to 50 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 15 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232157 · 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.