Gunnison, CO

Rosy Lane

106 ratings on Recreation.gov

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

Rosy Lane Campground is located 17 miles from Gunnison, Colo., in the Taylor River Canyon. Visitors enjoy the area for its rafting, fishing and trail opportunities.

Recreation

The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout. The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area is nearby. The Summerville and South Lottis trailheads provide access to the scenic, natural area. 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. Site 008 has 15-Amp electric hookups. Site 004 is accessible. Campground now has potable drinking water available.

Natural Features

The campground lies on the banks of the Taylor River, at an elevation of 8,600 feet. Most sites are shaded by a stand of lodgepole pine and aspen trees.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

Nearby Attractions

Taylor Park Reservoir is about 12 miles from the campground, with boating, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available.

Typical weather

Taylor River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Taylor River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.32°JJanuary: average water temperature 32°F35°FFebruary: average water temperature 35°F33°MMarch: average water temperature 33°F42°AApril: average water temperature 42°F62°MMay: average water temperature 62°F73°JJune: average water temperature 73°F49°JJuly: average water temperature 49°F62°AAugust: average water temperature 62°F49°SSeptember: average water temperature 49°F59°OOctober: average water temperature 59°F39°NNovember: average water temperature 39°F32°DDecember: average water temperature 32°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 25 field-sample stations

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