Curecanti National Rec Area
Located an hour east of Montrose, the Curecanti National Recreation Area is home to Blue Mesa, Morrow Point, and Crystal Reservoirs, named after the corresponding dams on the Gunnison River. Blue Mesa Reservoir is the largest body of water in Colorado, boasting 96 miles of shoreline. It is also the largest Kokanee salmon fishery in the U.S. and receives a copious stocking of brown, rainbow, and mackinaw trout.
Aside from being a great place to fish, it is celebrated as a favorite place for other water sports such as waterskiing and wakeboarding, swimming, and sailing.
Location & Contact Information
The Elk Creek Visitor Center is located 40 miles east of Montrose, just off Highway 50. For more information, call the Cimarron and Morrow Point Station at 970-249-4074 or the Curecanti National Recreation office at 970-641-2337.
Hikers can choose from seven established hiking trails in the recreation area. The Mesa Creek Trail is a great choice for an easy/moderate hike in the canyon areas below Morrow Point Dam. This trail is located on the western edge of the recreation area, just a short drive from Montrose. While there, enjoy the Cimarron Canyon Railroad Exhibit. The Dillon Pinnacles Trail gives hikers an up-close view of the unique beauty of the volcanic rock formations on the north side of Blue Mesa Reservoir.
Camping options abound with 10 campgrounds in the recreation area, each with its own distinct setting and amenities. RV camping with electrical service is available at the Elk Creek Campground. For a more remote camping experience, try the Ponderosa Campground on Soap Creek.
That’s just a small part of the adventure and beauty you’ll find here in this beautiful National Recreation Area.
Visit the National Park Service Curecanti National Recreation Area website for detailed information plan your visit.
Maps & Resources
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From farm to table, straight to your weekend plans. Don`t forget to check out the local farmer`s market.
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Wild, calm, and beautiful— Taviwach Park is calling. Will you answer?
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We’re still smiling from all the fun at this year’s FUNC Fest! From thrilling water sports and the crowd-favorite Ducky Race to the colorful FUNCy Parade and two amazing concerts, the whole weekend was full of energy, laughter, and community spirit.
Thanks to everyone who came out and made FUNC Fest one to remember — until next year!
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One yellow leaf = the seasonal teaser trailer. Coming soon: pumpkin spice, cozy mornings, and very confused afternoons.
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Sweet, sun-ripened, and straight from the orchard. Don’t miss peach season!
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So much FUN-C at the 2025 Func Fest! We love our river and our community. 🫶🏄
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We love seeing all the good boys and good girls at the park!
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FUNC Fest kicks off tonight at the Montrose Rotary Amphitheater!
@neonskyband is lighting up the stage and @loabn15 is closing out the night with an epic Bon Jovi tribute you won’t forget!
Missed the music tonight? No worries—Tomorrow is packed with fun at Riverbottom Park:
Water sports competitions
Family-friendly activities
MORE FREE MUSIC from
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The Brown Family Band
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Don’t miss out—FUNC Fest is just getting started!
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The @blackcanyonnps Visitor Center may be closed, but you can still get your Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park passport cancellation stamp.
Visit the BLM Uncompahgre Field Office (UFO).
Address:
2465 S. Townsend Ave.
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: 970-240-5300
Hours:
M-F: 9:00am – 12:00pm; 1:00pm – 4:00pm (Closed Federal Holidays)
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FUNCy Ducky Race is on — at FUNC Fest, Saturday, August 9!
Grab your ducks and get ready to race!
$3 per duck or 2 for $5
Buy yours at the Partners Mentoring Youth booth or pre-order by calling 970.249.1116 (Cash or Venmo accepted!)
Heats at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., & 2:30 p.m. with finals at 3 p.m.
Over $1000 in prizes up for grabs
No need to be present to win!
In partnership with @partners.west
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