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Soap Creek Campground - Gunnison RD

This campground provides access to the southern trails of the West Elk Wilderness. On site is Coal Mesa Trailhead, which is the portal for a network of trails including 451.2 (Coal Mesa), 451 and 452. Horse corrals and bins are located adjacent to the campground. 21 campsites.

General Information

This site is a first come, first serve campground. Visit recreation.gov for more information.

May 23 - Sept. 29

Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $18 per night
Additional Vehicle Fee: $9 per night
Day Use: $6 per vehicle

$18 per night per camping unit; $6 per day for day use/picnic use in a campsite; $10 per firewood bundle.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 38.547877

Longitude: -107.317813

Directions

Taking U.S. Highway 50 to Colorado State Highway 92, turn right on to Highway 92 and travel 1 mile to County Road 721 (also Forest Road #721). Turn right on Forest Road #721 and drive 7.25 miles to Forest Road #824. Turn right on to Forest Road #824 and travel 0.5 miles.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Yes, drinking water is available.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 3rd, 2025