Slumgullion Campground

Closed

The campground typically opens Memorial Day weekend and closes in late September, weather dependent. Sites are first-come-first-served with no advance reservations. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own supply.

Winter Storm Watch issued October 30 at 12:22PM MDT until November 2 at 12:00PM MST by NWS Grand Junction CO

12:22 PM — October 31st, 12:30 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible above 10,000 feet. Total snow accumulations between 10 to 15 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest San Juan Mountains and Southwest San Juan Mountains. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through noon Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

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.

About

Slumgullion Campground is a quiet, high-elevation retreat in the Gunnison National Forest, located just off Colorado Highway 149 southeast of Lake City. At over 11,300 feet, the campground offers cool summer temperatures and access to the diverse recreation opportunities of the San Juan Mountains. The 21 sites are first-come-first-served with no reservations accepted. The campground features vault toilets, fire rings with cooking grates, and picnic tables at each site. Campers must bring their own drinking water as none is available on-site. Trash bags can be purchased for $2 each. The surrounding area offers motorized trails, fishing streams, hiking and biking trails, and access to nearby wilderness areas. From the campground, visitors can easily explore scenic drives including the Silver Thread Scenic Byway and rugged four-wheel-drive roads. Lake San Cristobal, Colorado's second-largest natural lake formed by the famous Slumgullion Earthflow, is nearby. The historic mining town of Lake City offers museums, galleries, and services.

Directions

Take Colorado State Highway 149 to Forest Road 788. Turn left onto Forest Road 788 and drive 0.25 miles to the campground.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed —
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $10

Vehicle

Max RV Length 30ft
Max Trailer Length 30ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites —

Contact

Phone +1 (970) 641-0471

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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