The Gate Campground

Gunnison Field Office, 2500 E. New York Ave., Gunnison, Colorado, United States

The Gate Campground
The Gate Campground

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
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About The Gate Campground

This campground is tucked into the center of the geologic formation known as The Gate, a notch in the rocks carved by the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. The Gate is a great spot for picnics, camping, and fishing access to the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. This campground is conveniently located on the Silver Thread National Scenic Byway, about 16 miles north of Lake City. The Gate Campground has 8 campsites, two vault restrooms, and a hand pump with potable water. For more information, please contact the Gunnison Field Office.

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Location The Gate Campground

Address:
Gunnison Field Office, 2500 E. New York Ave.
Gunnison, CO, 81230
United States

Highway access

The Gate Campground is accessible via the Silver Thread Scenic Byway, which connects to US Highway 50 approximately 21 miles to the north.

Elevation: 2440 feet

Distance to downtown

38 mi drive to downtown Gunnison (about 44 min)

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Last updated: August 24, 2026

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