Curecanti National Recreation Area Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch

Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch

3 out of 5
27601 U.S. 50, Gunnison, CO
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Gunnison. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a pool table. Popular attraction Blue Mesa Reservoir is located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
"It was not at all what we thought it was from the pictures, but it was one of the most quiet places I've ever stayed. Peaceful! It offers incredible proximity to Blue Mesa. The staff was some of the nicest I ever come across and very helpful. Overall, I'd definitely stay again in the future."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

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Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch
The Inn at Tomichi Village

The Inn at Tomichi Village

2.5 out of 5
41883 US Highway 50 E, Gunnison, CO
The price is £106 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£106
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gunnison. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Super friendly and helpful staff
"Wonderful staff - when I had trouble with the dryer, the manager was friendly and understanding. Even though it was early evening she called the maintenance guy who came promptly and helped me out with a smile."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

The Inn at Tomichi Village
Minecart Motor Lodge

Minecart Motor Lodge

2.5 out of 5
1225 E Main St, Montrose, CO
Stay at this hotel in Montrose. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (755 reviews)
"Phelanies was a great place to grab a few drinks and an appetizer, personalized service!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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Minecart Motor Lodge
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Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch

Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch

3 out of 5
27601 U.S. 50, Gunnison, CO
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Gunnison. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a pool table. Popular attraction Blue Mesa Reservoir is located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
"It was not at all what we thought it was from the pictures, but it was one of the most quiet places I've ever stayed. Peaceful! It offers incredible proximity to Blue Mesa. The staff was some of the nicest I ever come across and very helpful. Overall, I'd definitely stay again in the future."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch
Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park

Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park

1 out of 5
126 Rose Ln, Montrose, CO
Stay at this campsite in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Black Canyon Golf Course and Buckley Park are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (145 reviews)
"It was an easy check in and clean"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park
Uncompaghre Cottage

Uncompaghre Cottage

Montrose, CO
Stay at this cottage in Montrose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Montrose Regional Library and Centennial Plaza are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
Super convenient, clean and friendly
"The cottage is charming and clean. We only spent one night and the owners made it super convenient - with easy self-check-in and very clear instructions for things like A/C and wifi. Location was perfect - had dinner at a nearby brewery and picked up hiking provisions at the big supermarket just ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Blue Mesa Reservoir

Blue Mesa Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blue Mesa Reservoir during your travels in Gunnison. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Blue Mesa Reservoir
South Rim Visitor Center

South Rim Visitor Center

Start your visit here when you arrive at this imposing national park in southern Colorado, home to 2 million years of geologic wonder.

South Rim Visitor Center
Gunnison Point

Gunnison Point

Mesmerizing lines of sparkling color grace the rock face of the mountains opposite this major viewing point just behind the visitor center.

Gunnison Point
Montrose which includes a river or creek and a gorge or canyon

Pulpit Rock Overlook

This quick, easy hike to a rocky protrusion is a must for visitors to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Pulpit Rock Overlook
Cedar Point Nature Trail

Cedar Point Nature Trail

Overlooking the river and scenic Painted Wall, this trail is a wonderful spot to study the birds and diverse plants of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Cedar Point Nature Trail
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Tomichi Point

Enjoy the vista from this South Rim viewpoint and consider tackling its namesake trail down into the inner chasm of Black Canyon.

Tomichi Point

Cities near Curecanti National Recreation Area

Montrose featuring a sunset and a gorge or canyon

Montrose