Lake Irwin Campground Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore Colorado

Lake Irwin Overview

Lake Irwin Campground is located next to the lake on the eastern side and by the Ruby Mountain Range on the western side. This popular campground is usually open mid June to early October and has 32 single-family campsites (most reservable).

Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs. Each site also has a table, fire ring and grate. There are no hookups. Amenities include potable (drinking) water from a hand pump and 3 vault toilets. Firewood is also available for purchase from the camp host. ADA campsites are #2, #12 and #30.

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Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation in the area includes fishing, hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, ATVing, picnicking, hunting, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. You can also canoe, kayak and SUP on the lake. The town of Crested Butte is also about 9 miles away.

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Amenities

• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service - None
• Drinking Water
• Equestrian trail
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Firewood Available
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Recycling Center
• Restrooms (Vault Toilets)

Activities

• ATV
• Backpacking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Boating (non motorized)
• Canoeing
• Fishing
• Fly Fishing
• Hiking
• Historic Sites
• Horseback riding
• Hunting
• Kayaking
• Lake
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• OHVing
• OTV Trails/Riding
• Paddle boarding (SUP)
• Paddle Boating
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Stargazing
• Walking Trails
• Wildlife Viewing