Campgrounds in Taylor Park
Taylor Park boasts a variety of campgrounds, each providing a unique camping experience. Lakeview Campground, situated just above Taylor Park Reservoir, offers a serene atmosphere among ponderosa and lodgepole pine trees. The expansive valley floor, adorned with sagebrush, adds to the charm of this camping destination, creating an idyllic setting for those seeking tranquility.
Dinner Station Campground
Located in the Upper Taylor Park area, 3.75 miles north of Taylor Reservoir, and next to the Taylor River. The campground is a favorite among off-road and mountain biking enthusiasts. Some sites are first-come, first-served. Can get busy and dusty.
Lakeview Gunnison Campground
Lakeview Campground is located on Taylor Park Reservoir, with gorgeous views. Visitors enjoy this spot for its fishing and boating access, and abundant off-road and biking trails right from the campground. Serves as a great spot if you wanting to fish the Taylor River below the damn, although you would need to drive.
Rivers End Campground
15 campsites located at the north end of Taylor Park Reservoir. It provides access to the reservoir via a fishing site. Available on a first-come, first-served basis only and are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site.
Mirror Lake Campground
10 single sites situated on the banks of Mirror Lake and East Willow Creek. No Reservations. First-Come, First-Serve Camping
Dorchester Campground
10 single sites upper end of Taylor Park popular with off-highway vehicle users. Motorized vehicle trails leads from the Castle Creek Valley to Taylor Reservoir. No Reservations. First-Come, First-Serve Camping.
Mosca Campground
Located on the banks of Spring Creek Reservoir, offers 16 single sites with access to a boat ramp and fishing. No Reservations. First-Come, First-Serve Camping.
Dispersed Camping in Taylor Park
For those yearning for a more immersive experience with nature, dispersed camping in Taylor Park is a compelling option. Scattered throughout the forested expanses, dispersed camping sites offer solitude and a primitive connection with the environment. Campers can relish the freedom to choose their camping spot, reveling in the untouched beauty of the natural surroundings.
Planning Your Dispersed Camping Adventure
While dispersed camping provides a unique and intimate experience, it requires careful planning. Visitors should adhere to Leave No Trace principles, respecting the environment and minimizing their impact. Being well-prepared with essentials like water, food, and proper camping gear ensures a safe and enjoyable dispersed camping adventure in Taylor Park. Nights in Taylor can get very cold, below freezing and can even snow in summer time.
Know Before You Go
Please respect the land, water and wildlife in Taylor Park. Below are resources to make your trip more enjoyable.
Dispersed camping must not occur within 100 feet of water sources.