East Portal Campground

East Portal Campground is at the base of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison, down a steep (17% grade) and curvy road. Vehicles in excess of 22' of total length are prohibited on this road.

The East Portal Campground is located within Curecanti National Recreation Area, but is adjacent to and only accessible from Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, which charges a $30 per vehicle entrance fee. You will pay this fee upon arrival (or purchase in advance ). The park also honors interagency passes for entry (e.g., senior, access, Golden Age, annual, 4th grade, etc.).

East Portal Campground is closed in winter, when the Bureau of Reclamation closes the East Portal Road.

STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES . Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood . CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit the National Invasive Species Information Center .