Lake Fork Campground

102 Elk Creek, Gunnison, Colorado, United States

A landscape shot of Blue Mesa Reservoir with peaks in the background
Wildlife in Curecanti National Recreation Area
Sunrise Over Curecanti National Recreation Area
Clouds above peaks and Blue Mesa Reservoir
Curecanti National Recreation Area

Sites & Rates

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82 total sites

RV Sites

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About Lake Fork Campground

Lake Fork Campground is on the Blue Mesa Reservoir, near the reservoir's dam. It is a part of the historic Curecanti Recreation Area and is an ideal place to stay for days of boat recreation, hiking and taking in the views of the Black Canyon.

Number of accommodations: 82

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 13 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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82 Sites Available

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Reviews (241)

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What Guests Are Saying

Lake Fork Campground offers beautiful views of the lake and surrounding mountains, providing a peaceful atmosphere, particularly during less crowded times. The campground features clean bathrooms, accessible drinking water, and ample amenities for RVs, making it a pleasant stay for many visitors. However, some campers noted limited shade, tight campsite spacing, and the campground's parking lot-like layout, which may detract from the experience for those seeking a more traditional camping environment.

Review Summary

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241 reviews
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Jackie S

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September 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: Upper Loop

5

No electric or water hook up. Exceptional views.

Gregg B

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September 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Upper Loop

5

I can't say enough about how great our visit's to Lake Fork campground and Elk Creek campgrounds have been this year. Most importantly is how friendly and helpful your staff is! I always look forward to their smiling faces :) I don't know if the staff that inspects the boats is connected to you, but I hope you can pass on what a great bunch of people they are! I always looked forward to seeing them when we pulled our boat in or out. What a great bunch of guys! A few times we were inspected while cleaning our fish at the WONDERFUL fish cleaning stations you have, the park rangers were so friendly and helpful. We also had our licenses and fish that we caught inspected while out on the water one time. What a great bunch of people! Again, they were so friendly and cheerful. Wow! We had a great time at Blue Mesa Reservoir this year. Wow! Thank you!

LAURA O

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September 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Upper Loop

4

Basically your in a asphalt parking lot except instead of parking spaces you have RV spaces. Side-by-side‘s are close cramped but because of COVID-19 they are using every other space so side-by-side‘s are nice and roomy. Best spaces will be your back in spaces once Covid Is gone / this campground has a dumpsite or add water /a place to dump your trash and clean bathrooms / there are no hook ups at this campground but for the cost it’s a good deal

Tiffany C

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September 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: Upper Loop

5

Beautiful. Beyond beautiful. I appreciate them closing off every other site for Covid regulations. It made it less crowded. Perfect weekend! We WILL be back!

Jackie S

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September 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: Upper Loop

5

No electric or water hook up. Exceptional views.

Gregg B

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September 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Upper Loop

5

I can't say enough about how great our visit's to Lake Fork campground and Elk Creek campgrounds have been this year. Most importantly is how friendly and helpful your staff is! I always look forward to their smiling faces :) I don't know if the staff that inspects the boats is connected to you, but I hope you can pass on what a great bunch of people they are! I always looked forward to seeing them when we pulled our boat in or out. What a great bunch of guys! A few times we were inspected while cleaning our fish at the WONDERFUL fish cleaning stations you have, the park rangers were so friendly and helpful. We also had our licenses and fish that we caught inspected while out on the water one time. What a great bunch of people! Again, they were so friendly and cheerful. Wow! We had a great time at Blue Mesa Reservoir this year. Wow! Thank you!

LAURA O

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September 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Upper Loop

4

Basically your in a asphalt parking lot except instead of parking spaces you have RV spaces. Side-by-side‘s are close cramped but because of COVID-19 they are using every other space so side-by-side‘s are nice and roomy. Best spaces will be your back in spaces once Covid Is gone / this campground has a dumpsite or add water /a place to dump your trash and clean bathrooms / there are no hook ups at this campground but for the cost it’s a good deal

Tim S

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September 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Upper Loop

4

Great place if you are looking to get out and explore the area. The sites are basically just a big parking spot. Not bad with COVId because you can spread out, but if it were full it would be tight.

Tim S

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September 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Upper Loop

4

Great place if you are looking to get out and explore the area. The sites are basically just a big parking spot. Not bad with COVId because you can spread out, but if it were full it would be tight.

Richard M

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September 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: Upper Loop

4

Really nice lace. Campsites are a little too close but the location is excellent. Blue Mesa is a great recreational area

Location Lake Fork Campground

Address:
102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, CO, 81230
United States

Highway access

Lake Fork Campground is accessible via Highway 50, which runs between Gunnison and Montrose.

Elevation: 2301 feet

Distance to downtown

29 mi drive to downtown Gunnison (about 34 min)

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Last updated: September 12, 2026

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