Directions
From Gunnison, travel north on Highway 135 for approximately 10 miles to Almont. Turn right on County Road 742 and continue 25 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.
Phone
970-642-0566
Activities
BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WILDLIFE VIEWING
Keywords
LABI,LAKEVIEW TAYLOR PARK,GUNNISON,GM,UNCOMP NF – FS
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Overview
Lakeview Campground is located on Taylor Park Reservoir, at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy the area for its fishing and boating, and abundant off-road and biking opportunities.
Recreation
Taylor Park Reservoir offers boating, fishing and swimming. Anglers cast for northern pike, kokanee salmon, and rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout. A boat ramp is located just below the campground. Fishing and pontoon boat rentals are available at the marina.
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 several single-family campsites, some of which have electric hookups. Some sites are also accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is situated just above Taylor Park Reservoir, among ponderosa and lodgepole pine trees. The valley floor is broad, flat and dotted with sagebrush. Most campsites have beautiful views of the reservoir and the Sawatch Mountains.
