Pitkin Campground - Gunnison RD
The area surrounding Pitkin Campground is popular for four-wheel driving in the Summer and Fall months. Many 4-wheel drive, high-clearance roads exist in this mountainous region. The area north and east of Pitkin was part of the mineral belt that extends into Leadville. Many of the 4-wheel drive roads were created by miners over 100 years ago. Pitkin campground is also used as a winter trailhead for snowmobilers, cross-country skiers and snowshoers. There are 22 campsites.
General Information
This site is a first come, first serve campground. Visit recreation.gov for more information.
May 23 - Oct. 7 (weather dependent)
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $24 per vehicle
$24 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: 38.611727
Longitude: -106.503242
Directions
Drive east on Forest Road 765 (Cumberland Pass Road) for .5 mile.
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
Picnicking
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)
