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State Park
The Gate Campground
Powderhorn, CO
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- Operator:970-642-4940
- Address:Gunnison Field Office · Powderhorn, CO · 81230
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About
The campground is tucked into the center of a geological formation known as The Gate. The Gate is an excellent location for picnicking and camping and ideal for fishing and camping. It is located north of Lake City on the Silver Thread national scenic Byway. The gates campground has 8 campsites and two restroom, a hand pump and water. If you have any questions, please contact the Gunnison Field Office.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near The Gate Campground
The Gate Campground Road
Colorado
0.1 mi
Trail
Blue Mesa Properties Road
Colorado
0.8 mi
Trail
Skunk Creek Road
Colorado
1.8 mi663 ftgain
TrailEasy
West Fork Indian Creek Road
Colorado
1.9 mi43 ftgain
TrailEasy
Dutch Gulch Road
Colorado
2.3 mi446 ftgain
TrailEasy
West Fork Powderhorn Cabin Road
Colorado
0.9 mi
Trail
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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