

State Park
Dinner Station
Gunnison National Forest · Gunnison, CO
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- Operator:970-642-0566
- Email:camping@rrmofa.com
- Address:GUNNISON, GRAND MESA, · Gunnison, CO
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About
Overview
Dinner Station, a historic stop along an old stagecoach route from Aspen, is located in the Upper Taylor Park area, next to the Taylor River. The campground is a favorite among off-road and mountain biking enthusiasts.
Recreation
The Taylor River can be accessed from within the campground. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout.
A number of off-road trails are found in the surrounding area, including Doctor Park Trail, Taylor River Trail and Taylor Vista Trail.
Facilities
The campground offers single-family campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is nestled among ponderosa and lodgepole pine trees, at the edge of a broad, flat valley dotted with sagebrush. Most campsites are situated with the Taylor River on one side and open views of the Sawatch Mountains on the other side.
Nearby Attractions
Taylor Park Reservoir is less than five miles from the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming opportunities. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Firewood
Accessible
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Individual Sites (23)
In this park
Trails at Gunnison National Forest
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Dinner Station

Taylor Park Reservoir
Colorado
3.3 mi305 ftgain
TrailModerate

American Flag Mountain via Italian Creek Road 759
Colorado
19.1 mi3,839 ftgain
TrailEasy

Lily Pond Trail
Colorado
2.0 mi164 ftgain
TrailEasy

Matchless Trail
Colorado
0.5 mi79 ftgain
TrailEasy

Wheelbarrow Gulch Road
Colorado
0.1 mi
Trail

Bear Creek and Deadmans Gulch
Colorado
24.8 mi5,512 ftgain
TrailExpert
Hunt context
Hunting unit around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Colorado hunting page
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