Dry Gulch Campground
The campground is currently open. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect; campfires are only permitted within designated metal fire grates at campgrounds. First-come, first-served only; no reservations available. Seasonal amenities including potable water, vault toilets, and trash collection are operational.
Red Flag Warning issued June 11 at 12:17PM MDT until June 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM MDT FRIDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS, LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY AND DRY FUELS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 207, 293, AND 295... * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 207 Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 295 Southwest Colorado Upper East Forecast Area. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
Red Flag Warning issued June 11 at 12:17PM MDT until June 11 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM MDT FRIDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS, LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY AND DRY FUELS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 207, 293, AND 295... * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 207 Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 295 Southwest Colorado Upper East Forecast Area. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from 1 PM to 9 PM MDT Friday. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
East Portal Closed Due to Wildfires
East Portal remains closed due to fire activity and post-fire hazards. Do not enter closed or burned areas until further notice.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect. Campfires are prohibited except within designated metal fire grates at campgrounds and picnic areas. Additional restrictions apply.
Blue Mesa Water Update
As of 8/22 cyanotoxin levels were negative/below acceptable State of Colorado public health levels at Iola Basin. Cautionary signs will remain posted around Iola Basin on Blue Mesa Reservoir due to possible future reoccurrence as conditions may change.
Red Flag Warning issued June 10 at 10:02PM MDT until June 10 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 207 Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 295 Southwest Colorado Upper East Forecast Area. * TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM MDT Thursday. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Friday morning through Friday evening. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
About
Dry Gulch Campground offers a quieter alternative to the larger campgrounds at Curecanti National Recreation Area. Located 17 miles west of Gunnison just north of US Highway 50, the campground sits at 7,560 feet and provides access to Blue Mesa Reservoir and the surrounding recreation area. Large cottonwood trees shade the 9 campsites, creating a pleasant atmosphere during the warmer months. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations available. Each site accommodates up to 8 people and 2 vehicles. Parking areas vary from 20 to 35 feet in length, suitable for tents and medium-sized RVs but not large rigs. A horse corral makes this campground appealing to equestrians exploring the area. Seasonal amenities include vault toilets, potable water, trash and recycling collection, and food storage lockers. Fires are permitted in provided grates, though fire restrictions may apply during dry conditions. The campground limits stays to 14 consecutive nights within any 30-day period.
Directions
From Gunnison, drive 17 miles west on US Highway 50. The campground is located just north of the highway.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| cure_info@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (970) 641-2337 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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