Big Blue Campground - Gunnison RD
Lake City, Colorado · 9,629 ft
Aerial view · USGS / USDA NAIP · Public domain · source
Wildfire 6.2 mi S: Elk, 7,257 acres, 90% contained
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 9,629 ft (2,935 m)9,629 ft2,935 m
- Land
- Uncompahgre National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
A real jewel of a secluded campground overlooking a picturesque valley adjacent to the Uncompahgre Wilderness. Located near the junction of Soldier Creek and Blue Creek with variety of hiking trails exist in the area including Big Blue Trail, Fall Creek Trail, Ridge Stock Driveway Trail and Alpine Trail. Most of these trails lead south into the wilderness where mechanized and motorized travel is not allowed. The landscape is mostly aspen and spruce trees. This is bear country, must practice safe food storage techniques.
Fees: No fees are required for this site
From OpenStreetMap, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Big Blue Campground - Gunnison RD: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedSnow Showers, 89% chance of rain40°26°
- ThuPatchy Fog then Mostly Sunny, 8% chance of rain42°24°
- FriSunny48°28°
- SatMostly Sunny, 2% chance of rain50°33°
- SunSlight Chance Snow Showers then Slight Chance Rain Showers, 16% chance of rain46°31°
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Dispersed camping nearby
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Location and contact
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