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The campground typically operates May 23 through October 7, weather dependent. Currently showing as closed, likely due to late-season snow conditions. Quiet hours 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Fire danger is currently high.

Gunnison National Forest

Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness

This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.

Gunnison National Forest

Weed Free Forage Products

The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.

Gunnison National Forest

Cave Closure and Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.

About

Pitkin Campground is a rustic Forest Service campground located half a mile east of the historic mining town of Pitkin along Forest Road 765 (Cumberland Pass Road). At 10,600 feet elevation, the campground provides access to the high country of Gunnison National Forest with 22 first-come, first-served sites. The area north and east of Pitkin was part of the mineral belt extending into Leadville, and many of the surrounding four-wheel drive roads were created by miners over a century ago. This makes the campground a popular basecamp for OHV enthusiasts exploring the high-clearance routes in summer and fall. The campground also serves as a winter trailhead for snowmobilers, cross-country skiers, and snowshoers. Amenities are basic but functional: vault toilets and potable water available from a hand pump. Campers should download the Recreation.gov mobile app before arriving, as the Scan and Pay feature allows on-site payment where cellular service permits. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Directions

From Pitkin, drive east on Forest Road 765 (Cumberland Pass Road) for 0.5 mile.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $24

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites No

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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