Cimarron Campground
The campground is open. Water systems are currently shut off; campers must bring all water needed for their visit. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect: campfires are allowed only in designated metal fire grates.
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 9 at 2:06AM MDT until July 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 108 possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest, southwest, and west central Colorado and east central, northeast, and southeast Utah. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
Air Quality Alert issued July 8 at 9:10AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Air Quality Health Advisory for Wildfire Smoke. WHERE...Delta, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel, Dolores, San Juan and Hinsdale Counties. Locations include, but are not limited to Delta, Montrose, Nucla, Ouray, Telluride, Dove Creek, Silverton and Lake City. WHEN...900 AM Wednesday July 08 to 900 AM Thursday July 09 IMPACTS...Moderate to heavy smoke from the Ferris Fire and Gold Mountain Fire is possible throughout the advisory area until at least Thursday morning. HEALTH INFORMATION...Public Health Recommendations: If smoke is thick or becomes thick in your neighborhood you may want to remain indoors. This is especially true for those with heart disease, respiratory illnesses, the very young, and older adults. Consider limiting outdoor activity when moderate to heavy smoke is present. Consider relocating temporarily if smoke is present indoors and is making you ill. If visibility is less than 5 miles in smoke in your neighborhood, smoke has reached levels that are unhealthy.
From Recreation.gov
The water at our facility has been shutoff for the winter season. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water.
About
Cimarron Campground sits at the site of a historic narrow gauge railroad town along U.S. Highway 50 within Curecanti National Recreation Area. The 21-site campground operates entirely on a first-come, first-served basis and rarely fills. Sites accommodate everything from tents to medium-sized RVs, each equipped with a fire grate and picnic table. Elevation is 6,895 feet. The campground's primary draw beyond camping is the adjacent Cimarron Canyon Rail Exhibit, featuring Engine #278 resting on a historic truss bridge—the last remaining railroad bridge along the Denver and Rio Grande's narrow-gauge route through the Black Canyon. Crystal Reservoir near Morrow Point Dam is approximately 1.5 miles away, though boating is limited to hand-carried craft due to hazardous conditions from fluctuating water levels and dam releases. Amenities include vault toilets, seasonal potable water, and seasonal trash/recycling collection. No hookups or showers are available. The campground enforces quiet hours from 10pm to 6am, including generator use. Sites are limited to eight people and two vehicles maximum.
Directions
From Montrose, drive 20 miles east on U.S. Highway 50. The campground is located between mile markers 112 and 113.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $24 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (970) 641-2337 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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