Sapinero Basin
Curecanti National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area · CO
Three reservoirs and surrounding lands make up this recreation area in western Colorado. It is a landscape of tradeoffs; natural and human made features exist together. Geologic wonders are abundant from the sagebrush shrublands to forests. Visitors can experience the park year-round on both land and water.
Park report
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesToxic Algae May Be Present In Blue Mesa Reservoir
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park10 campgrounds
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available44 activities
Park Name
InfoCurecanti National Recreation Area
Designation
InfoNational Recreation Area
State(s)
InfoCO
Phone
Info9706412337
cure_info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoOpen 24 hours per day, 365 days a year.
Visitor Center: Elk Creek Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Commerce, Dams + 28 more
Weather Info
InfoDuring spring and fall, temperatures range from 44°F to 70°F (7°C to 34°C) with overnight lows from the teens to about freezing (-9°C to 2°C). In summer, temperatures are usually in the 70°F to 80°F (
Getting There
InfoCurecanti is located between the Colorado towns of Gunnison (to the east), Montrose (to the west), and Lake City (to the south). The West Elk Mountain Wilderness area borders Curecanti to the north. U
Location
Info38.4658° N, -107.3303° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website