Gunnison, CO

The Gate Campground

Walk-up only

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Availability

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About this spot

This campground is tucked into the center of the geologic formation known as The Gate, a notch in the rocks carved by the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. The Gate is a great spot for picnics, camping, and fishing access to the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River. This campground is conveniently located on the Silver Thread National Scenic Byway, about 16 miles north of Lake City. The Gate Campground has 8 campsites, two vault restrooms, and a hand pump with potable water. For more information, please contact the Gunnison Field Office.

Typical weather

Lake Fork Gunnison River

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Lake Fork Gunnison River, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.33°JJanuary: average water temperature 33°F34°FFebruary: average water temperature 34°F35°MMarch: average water temperature 35°F43°AApril: average water temperature 43°F49°MMay: average water temperature 49°F51°JJune: average water temperature 51°F57°JJuly: average water temperature 57°F59°AAugust: average water temperature 59°F54°SSeptember: average water temperature 54°F47°OOctober: average water temperature 47°F37°NNovember: average water temperature 37°F33°DDecember: average water temperature 33°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 34 field-sample stations

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