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Red Creek Group Site

Dillon Pinnacles, a rock formation, basks half in the sunlight and half in the clouds. The Dillon Pinnacles Trail and Overlook are not far from Red Creek Campground
Red Creek Group Site
Picnic Tables at the campsite
Red Creek Group Site's bearbox used to store food and other scented items is at the edge of the campsite.
Water spigot

About Red Creek Group Site

In the heart of southwest Colorado is a group camp getaway for nature lovers and outdoor sports-enthusiasts. The Red Creek Group Site is located in the Curecanti Recreation Area, just south of the West Elk Mountains. The campground is surrounded by national forests and park lands with Gunnison National Forest to the north, Black Canyon to the west and the Uncompahgre National forest to the southwest. A wide range of mammals can be found within Curecanti, including mule deer, mountain lions, black bears, prairie dogs, bighorn sheep, elk and the occasional moose. Bald eagles come here to fish in winter.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 15

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

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🚐 001, Loop: RED CREEK GROUP SITE
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Reviews (4)

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Sarah S

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July 23, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: RED CREEK GROUP SITE

4

This site has been a family favorite gathering place once a year for about 10 years now. We love how it is tucked back from the main road, but has a lively creek to cool off in and allow the kids to play until we go over to the reservoir. The Ranger that checked on us was a nice man as well.

The lock on the toilet has been broken for a few years so I recommend devising a plan when going with a group to alert them that you’re in there.

I’d like a reserved sign at the gate down the road to keep others from venturing all the way there and turning around in the campsite.

Matthew W

Verified

July 16, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: RED CREEK GROUP SITE

5

This is a great site but one of the smaller "group" sites. If you have several couples, this can hold about 3-4 four to six person tents total, and an additional two campers in the parking area. Parking is sufficient and not an issue, its just the site that is small for being a "group" site. I would suggest 3 tents max, and a camper or two. Our 16ft camper fit just fine.

Stars were amazing. location is great. Off the road, can't hear any traffic, and you have the area to yourself. Would HIGHLY recommend this site.

Matt S

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August 8, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: RED CREEK GROUP SITE

5

Great spot for groups

Tracy S

Verified

June 20, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: RED CREEK GROUP SITE

5

Loved the privacy of the group site. No traffic coming into site, except for occasional ranger. We were able to fit two trailers and 4 cars easily. We also had a tent set up in the walk-down site next to creek. There is only morning minimal shade so it was quite warm in afternoon (we stayed mid-June). The vault toilets were clean and checked daily by rangers. Potable water pump available onsite. Only delta: vault toilet door did not lock

Location Red Creek Group Site

Address:
21001 Hwy 50
Gunnison, CO, 81230
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.4853 / -107.24

Elevation: 2476 feet

Policies & Rules

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The park shuts off the water approximately September 19th each year. If your reservation is after this date please bring all the water you will need. Pit toilets will still be available.

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Red Creek Group Site has no electric hookups.

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Upon arrival to the boat ramp and before launching, all watercraft will be inspected and certified Zebra and Quagga Mussel free. Inspection stations are located at the Elk Creek and Lake Fork boat ramps during peak seasons (May through October). Visit Curecanti's Boat Ramps web page for more details.

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This is a high elevation facility (7542 feet/2300 m). Be aware of the signs of high elevation travel and altitude illness, especially if you are accustomed to lower elevations. 

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Cell phone coverage is limited.

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Vehicles over 21' (6.5 m) are not recommended.

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STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES . Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood . CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit the National Invasive Species Information Center. 

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