Gunnison NPS
970-641-2337
Area Information, Boat Regulations, NPS Campground Reservations and NPS Morrow Point Boat Tours.
The Deck is Open for Take-Out Enjoyment!
(970) 641-0403
Notices
Blue Mesa Adventure Camping Pods
at Elk Creek Campground
Offering an experience that is unique to campgrounds, combining camping with an exhilarating paddle on the open water.
Our Pods are the only accommodations located on Blue Mesa Reservoir. We are taking reservations for summer.
Adventure Pods come with 2 paddle boards, drink tickets to our onsite restaurant and a bundle of firewood. Pets welcome in a few pods.
Adventure Pods offer cozy insurance against bad weather, these sturdy structures are the perfect luxury upgrade. Forget the tent and avoid the hassle with a comfortable pod getaway.
Service Open Non-Peak: 8am - 5pm: May 1 - May 30 / Sept. 6 - Sept. 30, 2022
Service Open Peak: 7am - 5pm: May 31 - Sept. 5, 2022
24830 U.S. 50, Gunnison, CO81230
970-641-0403
Service Open: Mid May - September 15
Thursdays - Mondays: 11am-8pm
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
Service Open Non-Peak: 8am - 5pm: May 15 - May 30 / Sept. 6 - Sept. 20, 2022
Service Open Peak : 7am - 5pm: May 31 - Sept.5, 2022
Labor Day Weekend SALE
* Up to 40% Off Clothing
To view the most current reservoir elevation, content, inflow and release, click on: Blue Mesa Reservoir Data or Crystal Reservoir Data.
Click to view the current status on Aspinall Unit Reservoirs which includes Blue Mesa.
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YOU'RE ON LAKE TIME!
970-641-3048
2021 Closure: Closed Tuesday, September 7
Memorial Day - Labor Day: 7 am - 5 pm
Before Memorial Day & After Labor Day: 8 am - 5 pm
29 mi W of Gunnison on Hwy. 5039 mi E of Montrose on Hwy. 50
ELK CREEK MARINA
US 50 Blue Mesa Bridge Update
Boat Rentals: If you're traveling through Gunnison, book your boats at Elk Creek Marina.
If you're traveling through Montrose, reserve them at Lake Fork Marina.
Information at
Elk Creek Marina
2025 Open: May 1
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
(970) 641-0707
16 mi. W of Gunnison on Hwy. 50
US 50 Blue Mesa Bridge Update
A safety closure has been implemented for the Middle Bridge on US Highway 50, situated west of Gunnison and east of Montrose. The Middle Bridge stands amidst our marinas.
Boat rentals: if you're traveling through Gunnison, book your boats at Elk Creek Marina; if you're traveling through Montrose, reserve them at Lake Fork Marina.
Slip holders: We're actively working to meet your boating needs and will provide updates via email.
Check out our store!
Whatever your water interest – from boating, to challenging guided fishing, or something in between- Elk Creek Marina with its waterfront playground has you covered. We’ve got everything on the water, including boat rentals, kayaks, SUP’s, boat launching and loading, store, tackle shop, t-shirts, gifts, gasoline, boat and repair supplies, guided fishing, boat slips, Pappy’s Restaurant, and Blue Mesa Adventure Camping Pods located in Elk Creek Campground.
ELK CREEK MARINA
970-641-0707
Open May 1 / 7am-5pm
16 mi. W of Gunnison on Hwy. 50
LAKE FORK MARINA
970-641-3048
Open May 15 / 7am-5pm
29 mi W of Gunnison on Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
39 mi E of Montrose on Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
PAPPY'S RESTAURANT
970-641-0403
Open May 21 / 11am-8pm
Located at Elk Creek Marina
Check out our store!
Hoodies, T-shirts, fishing tackle & more
LAKE FORK MARINA
970-641-3048
2021 Closure: Closed Tuesday, September 7
Memorial Day - Labor Day: 7 am - 5 pm
Before Memorial Day & After Labor Day: 8 am - 5 pm
29 mi W of Gunnison on Hwy. 5039 mi E of Montrose on Hwy. 50
ELK CREEK MARINA
970-641-0707
2021 Closure: Closed
Memorial Day - Labor Day: 7 am - 5 pm
Before Memorial Day & After Labor Day: 8 am - 5 pm
16 mi. W of Gunnison on Hwy. 50
Seasonal Closure: September 30, 2021
Elk Creek Marina
(970) 641-0707
Store Hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
Elk Creek Off-Season Store Hours:
September 6 - 30
OPEN: Wednesday - Sunday
CLOSED: Monday - Tuesday
SEASONAL CLOSURE: Saturday, September 30
16 mi. W of Gunnison on Hwy. 50
(970) 641-0707
August 23, 2021
Pappy's Restaurant
970-641-0403
Lake Fork Marina
(970) 641-3048
Store Hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
Lake Fork Off-Season Store Hours:
September 15 - 30
OPEN: Friday - Sunday
CLOSED: Monday - Thursday
SEASONAL CLOSURE: Saturday, September 30
From Gunnison: 27 mi. W Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
From Montrose: 39 mi. E Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
Lake Fork Marina
(970) 641-3048
Store Hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
Lake Fork Off-Season Store Hours:
September 15 - 30
OPEN: Friday - Sunday
CLOSED: Monday - Thursday
SEASONAL CLOSURE: Saturday, September 30
From Gunnison: 27 mi. W Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
From Montrose: 39 mi. E Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
With the increasing low-water conditions at Blue Mesa Reservoir and with orders of the Regional Director of the NPS., Elk Creek Marina is closed for the 2021 season.
A BIG thank you to all boat slip holders and employees at Elk Creek Marina for stepping up and removing boats.
THE SCHEDULED UPDATES
Lake Fork Marina is OPEN with Boat Rentals, Fuel and Store.
Monday, August 23: Elk Creek Marina and Pappy's Restaurant are CLOSED.
After August 22: there will be no public access to Elk Creek ramp until construction is complete. The move and re-anchoring is expected to take several weeks.
BLUE MESA ADVENTURE PODS
OPEN
May - October 3, 2023
Located within Elk Creek Campground
102 Elk Creek, Gunnison, CO 81230
Seasonal Closure: October 3, 2022
RESERVATIONS ONLINE ONLY
*Hours and dates subject to change.
LAKE FORK MARINA
(970) 641-0707
CLOSED SEPTEMBER 6 FOR THE SUMMER SEASON
From Gunnison: 27 mi. W Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
From Montrose: 39 mi. E Hwy. 50 to Hwy. 92
CLOSED FOR THE 2022 SUMMER SEASON
ELK CREEK MARINA and PAPPY'S RESTAURANT
16 mi. W of Gunnison on Hwy. 50
Located in Western Colorado near the town of Gunnison, Colorado’s largest body of water is a must-see destination. Blue Mesa Reservoir spans 20 miles and boasts over 96 miles of shoreline. Blue Mesa Reservoir is part of the Curecanti National Recreation Area, and offers two full service marinas — Elk Creek Marina and Lake Fork Marina — as well as the famous Pappy’s Restaurant overlooking the lake. The surrounding Gunnison County offers the best of Colorado with truly outstanding and spectacular scenic areas, gold medal and wild trout waters, and great recreation.
Rocky Mountain Antler Chews
Marina Operations are closed for the Season Ocotber 1, 2023
BOAT SLIP RENTALS
Daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal slips available. 970-641-0707
BOAT RENTALS
Pontoon boats, paddle boards, canoe and kayaks available for rent via online reservations.
GUIDED FISHING
Professional guided fishing on Blue Mesa and Morrow Point Reservoirs.
(970) 596-4946
BLUE MESA ADVENTURE PODS
April 30, 2021 - Sunday, September 26, 2021
Located within Elk Creek Campground
PAPPY'S RESTAURANT
970-641-0403
2021 Closure: Closed Monday, August 23
Thursdays - Mondays: 11am-8pm
Closed Tuesday and Wednesday
Located at Elk Creek Marina
Seasonal Closure: September 15, 2021
Elk Creek Marina
(970) 641-0707
Store Hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
Elk Creek Off-Season Store Hours:
September 6 - 30
OPEN: Wednesday - Sunday
CLOSED: Monday - Tuesday
SEASONAL CLOSURE: Saturday, September 30
16 mi. W of Gunnison on Hwy. 50
(970) 641-0707
Marina Off Season Hours
Lake Fork Marina
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thursday —Mondays
Closed: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Off Season:
*** Sept. 16 - Sept. 30 ***
Closed: Monday Through Friday
Open: Saturdays and Sundays
Seasonal Closure: September 30
(970) 641-3048
visit US 50 Blue Mesa Bridge Update: codot.gov/news/media/overview
Elk Creek Marina
Off Season:
Sept. 9 through to Sept. 30
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Closed: Mondays & Tuesdays
Seasonal Closure: October 1
(970) 641-0707