The Boulder Garden Campsite is a primitive, non-reservable camping area located in the Upper Gunnison watershed of Colorado. The campground is situated at an elevation of 9,600 feet and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.
Nearby points of interest include the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Crested Butte Ski Resort, and Taylor Reservoir. The area is also popular for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
The campground amenities include vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. There is no potable water or trash service available, so visitors are advised to bring their own water and pack out their trash.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of the Gunnison sage-grouse, an endangered species found in the sagebrush plains of western Colorado. The Upper Gunnison watershed is also home to the headwaters of the Gunnison River, which flows into the Colorado River and eventually the Grand Canyon.
The best time of year to visit the Boulder Garden Campsite is from June to September, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. Visitors should be prepared for cool nights and potential afternoon thunderstorms during the summer months.
Sources:
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/gmug/recarea/?recid=32172
- https://www.visitgunnison.com/activities/camping/boulder-garden-campground
- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/boulder-garden-campground-connection-trail
