Outdoor Science and Learning

The GMUG  National Forest is a great place to learn about local history and nature. There are many interpretive areas with signs explaining historic or natural features. Check out our Special Places!

Interpretive Areas/Exhibits

The GMUG National Forest has several key sites with interpretive information on the historic, or natural significance of a particular area to enhance your visit.

If you are particularly interested in the early mining history of our area, the Alpine Tunnel Historic District  or the Red Mountain Mining Interpretive Area would be an worthwhile day trip. Refer to our Special Heritage Areas of more information.  Our forest has several other interpretive areas such as Lands End Observatory, Raber Cow Camp,  Windy Point Observation Site, Keystone Hill and Lizard Head Interpretive Sites.

Visitor Centers

The Grand Mesa Visitor Center, located on the Grand Mesa, is a great place to learn some new nature facts. Take a discovery hike, listen to some birds calls, key out a few wildflowers, or join a presentation by some local experts on black bears, wild cats, or our new population of moose!

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Grand Mesa Visitor Center - Grand Valley RD

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The Grand Mesa Visitor Center is located on the Grand Mesa near Cedaredge, Colorado. If you have time, browse the gift shop or join the visitor center staff for a nature hike, or listen to a…

Gunnison

Recreation sites within the Gunnison Geographic area

Hidden Valley Tent Campground- Gunnison RD

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Hidden Valley Tent Campground is a primitive tent camping only area. The site is located between the Powderhorn and La Garita Wilderness areas. This tent camping site is great for folks interested in…

Kebler Pass Winter Trailhead

Winter snowmobile trailhead for Kebler Pass area.

Keystone Hill Interpretive Site

The Keystone Hill Interpretive Site is a pull off along Colorado State Highway 145 west of Telluride, CO. Interpretive signs and a scenic view of the Telluride valley floor are available here.

Lakeview Campground - Gunnison RD

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Lakeview Campground is located on Taylor Park Reservoir, at an elevation of 9,400 feet. The campground is situated just above Taylor Park Reservoir, among ponderosa and lodgepole pine trees. The…

Lands End Observatory

Old CCC buildings.

Lizard Head Interpretive Site

Lizard Head Interpretive Site is a popular pull off at the crest of Lizard Head Pass on the San Juan Scenic Byway. Spectacular views of the surrounding peaks, Trout Lake, and interpretive signs offer…

Lone Cone #426

The Lone Cone Trail #426 begins at the Lone Cone Trailhead on Forest Service Road #618 and ends in the Woods Lake Campground. The trail gradually ascends along East Beaver Creek and in about 3.8…

McDonough Reservoir Day Use Area/Fishing Site

A fishing area located near Cochetopa Dome