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Curecanti National Recreation Area is a gorgeous unit of the National Park Service, located along the banks of the Gunnison River in western Colorado near the city of Gunnison. The recreation area is set along a series of three manmade reservoirs that offer some of the Rocky Mountains' best opportunities for trout and salmon fishing. Swimming, boating, and fishing opportunities are offered at the recreation area throughout the year, which is also a popular sport for hiking and birdwatching along its shoreline areas. Two marinas are available for visitor use, along with two traditional and group campgrounds that are open to visitors traveling with pets. Several campsites can accommodate RVs, including the Elk Creek Campground, which offers electrical hookup sites. Boat-in sites are available for free on the southern shores of the Iola and Cebolla Basins.
102 Elk Creek, Gunnison, CO 81230, Phone: 970-641-2337
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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