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Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests
Experience Your Nature!
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests is home to over 3 million acres–from plateaus to peaks. The opportunities are endless!
Scenery and an abundance of opportunities for access draw you in and trails lead the way to the rugged canyons, vast mountains, wildlife and history of the GMUG. Over 3,000 miles of trails and routes provide access to areas of rugged beauty and solitude. The topography allows the forest to provide trails—beginner to extreme—all year. The mountains, plateau and mesa that make up the forest will always provide a scenic backdrop and a unique experience.
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Recreation
The GMUG offers over 3,000 miles of trails, four scenic byways, five peaks over 14,000 feet in elevation, 10 wildernesses, over 3,600 miles of perennial streams and elevation ranges from 5,800 to 14,309 feet.
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Find Your Way
From mobile friendly apps to motor vehicle use maps, help find your way with forest maps and publications for your next journey on the GMUG.
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Plan Ahead
Passes and permits are needed for activities such as collecting firewood, cutting Christmas trees, commercial filming and other special events.
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Designated Camping in Crested Butte
Find comprehensive information on designated camping regulations in the Gunnison National Forest around Crested Butte.
Features
Christmas Tree Permits On Sale Now!
Get into the holiday spirit by cutting your own Christmas tree from the GMUG National Forests! With the purchase of a Christmas tree permit, you can bring home a fresh, sustainably sourced tree while supporting forest health. Permits are available to purchase online from Recreation.gov or at local GMUG offices and participating vendors.
All-tribal work crew takes many steps toward improved tribal relations
Colorado, November 22, 2024 — A proverb attributed to the philosopher Lao Tzu famously states that "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." On the Grand Mesa, Uncompahagre and Gunnison National Forests, six people helped the forests take that first step toward enhancing, expanding and improving relationships with American Indian Tribes and tribal members.
