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Almont Campground - Gunnison RD
Almont Campground is located adjacent to Colorado State Highway 135. This campground is in walking distance of the Almont Gorge, where the East River and Taylor River join to form the Gunnison River. Other recreation opportunities from Almont Campground include 4-wheel driving, mountain biking and kayaking. The landscape is mostly aspen and cottonwood trees.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Water available at the hand pump. |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | No Reservations. First-Come, First-Serve Camping. |
| Fees: | $18 per night per camping unit; $6 per day for day use/picnic use if in a campsite; $10 per firewood bundle. |
| Open Season: | May 23 - Oct. 1 (weather dependent) |
| Usage: | Medium-Heavy |
| Restrictions: | Off-Highway Vehicle use is not allowed in the campground. |
| Closest Towns: | Almont, CO |
| Water: | Potable-Hand pump |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (2) |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
| Information Center: | Campers are required to store food and other items in a hard sided vehicle or camping unit constructed of solid non-pliable material. Click here for more information. Campground open and close dates may vary depending on access and weather conditions. |
General Information
Directions:To access Almont Campground from Almont, CO drive one mile southwest on State Highway 135.
Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 10 single site(s) |
| Reservation Info | Not reservable |
| No. of Accessible sites | None |
River and Stream Fishing
World class trout fishing. East River and Taylor River join to form the Gunnison River
Viewing Wildlife
Bald eagle viewing in late fall
| Species | Bald Eagle |
Viewing Scenery
Picnicking
Boating - Non-Motorized
Location
