East Portal Campground
About this site
Overview The East Portal Campground is located within Curecanti National Recreation Area, but is adjacent to and only accessible from Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The campground is located at the bottom of the canyon, along the Gunnison River. It is a small campground of 15 sites (10 are tent-only), shaded by box elder trees. East Portal is closed in winter, when the Bureau of Reclamation closes the East Portal Road. Elevation: 6526 feet (1990 m). NOTE: Black Canyon of the Gunnison charges a $30 per vehicle entrance fee which you will pay upon arrival (or purchase in advance ). The park also honors interagency passes for entry (e.g., senior, access, Golden Age, 4th grade, etc.). Natural Features East Portal offers plentiful shade and nearby access to the Gunnison River. Spectacular views of Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Curecanti are abundant.
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
Amenities
- Toilets
- Pet Friendly
- Fire Rings
- Clean Water
Maximum vehicle length
22 feet
Contact
Location
38.526827, -107.649651
Reviews (1)
- 5C
Camper
January 28, 2025
Came here in summer of 2024, same weekend when the Yellow Lake Fire happened. Had the whole place to ourselves. The road there is very rough. Would definitely not try it in anything that doesn’t have All Terrain tires. It’s right next to the Duschene River. There’s a waterfall as well. It’s only one way in and one way out. Good thing the fire was miles away from us.
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