Summary
Nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The campground features picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. It operates on a first-come-first-serve basis with 12 campsites available. The best time to visit is from June to September with average temperatures ranging from 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nearby Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations |
|---|---|
Chukar
|
|
Rainbow Wall (lunch spot)
|
|
Lower Margaritaville
|
|
Upper Magaritaville
|
|
Chukar Trailhead Camping Area
|
|
Otter #1
|
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
|
MONTROSE 7.3 ENE
|
0" |
|
MONTROSE 4.0 NW
|
0" |
|
BLACK CANYON OF THE GUNNISON
|
0" |
|
MONTROSE 1.6 E
|
0" |
|
HOTCHKISS 4.7 W
|
0" |
|
HOTCHKISS 5WNW
|
0" |
Chukar Boat Ramp
Orchard Boat Launch
Shea Road Delta County
Gunnison Forks
The Painted Wall
To The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument-Gunnison Gorge Wilderness Boundary
Gunnison Gorge
The Southern Boundary Of The Black Canyon Gunnison National Monument
To The Painted Wall
Olathe Community Park
Centennial Plaza
Rainbow Meadows
Sweitzer Lake State Park