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East Portal Campground

Updated November 1, 2026. Based on Recreation.gov and National Park Service records. Published by Humblebee.

Campsites
15[1]
Nightly fee from
$10[2]
Reservations
Yes[3]

East Portal Campground is run by the National Park Service in Curecanti National Recreation Area[4]. Recreation.gov lists 15 campsites here, and NPS says all 15 are first come, first served[1][5].

What to expect

Recreation.gov counts 15 standard nonelectric sites, with 10 hike-in and 5 drive-in[1][6]. Recreation.gov says the campground sits in the canyon bottom along the Gunnison River and can only be entered from the neighboring Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park[7]. NPS lists a winter closure from 2026-10-01 to 2027-04-14[8]. NPS also says the lower walk-in sites remain closed for repairs until further notice, so check the official page before you plan[8]. Recreation.gov lists the site limit as 8 people at most sites[9]. The NPS fee note adds a limit of two vehicles[10].

Campsite details

From Recreation.gov campsite records. Details can change, so check the listing before you book.

Detail Value
Campsites[1] 15
Site types[1] 15 standard nonelectric
Sites (NPS count)[5] 15, 0 reservable, 15 first come, first served
Reservations[3] Yes, on Recreation.gov
Pets[11] Allowed at all listed sites
Campfires[12] Allowed at all listed sites
People per site[9] 8

Camping fees

Nightly fees listed by the National Park Service. Fees can change by season.

Site or fee Per night
Standard Camping Fee[10] $20
Senior / Access Camping Fee[2] $10

Amenities

Before you go

Questions people ask

How much does East Portal Campground cost?
NPS lists the Standard Camping Fee at $20 per night[10]. The Senior / Access Camping Fee is $10 per night with a valid pass[2]. Fees can change.
Can you reserve a site at East Portal Campground?
NPS says sites are first come, first served and also lists Scan & Pay[15][5]. Check Recreation.gov for current booking details.
Are dogs allowed at East Portal Campground?
Recreation.gov site details list pets as allowed at all 15 campsites with this detail listed[11].
Are campfires allowed at East Portal Campground?
Recreation.gov lists campfires as allowed at all 15 campsites with this detail listed, and fire restrictions can apply at any time[12].
When is East Portal Campground closed?
NPS lists a winter closure from 2026-10-01 to 2027-04-14[8].

Facts and sources

  1. Recreation.gov lists 15 overnight campsites at East Portal Campground: 15 standard nonelectric. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  2. Camping fee, Senior / Access Camping Fee: $10 per night. National Park Service
  3. East Portal Campground can be reserved on Recreation.gov. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  4. East Portal Campground is a campground managed by the National Park Service in Curecanti National Recreation Area. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  5. NPS lists 15 sites at East Portal Campground: 0 reservable and 15 first come, first served. National Park Service
  6. Site access types at East Portal Campground: Hike-In 10, Drive-In 5 sites. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  7. Recreation.gov description for East Portal Campground. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  8. Season and hours (NPS): First-come, first-served, with 10 walk-in tent sites and 5 car sites. Please make sure you have the Recreation.gov app before going to East Portal. Registration for sites will be available through Scan and Pay. Until further notice,... National Park Service
  9. Maximum people per campsite at East Portal Campground: 8 at most sites (range 8 to 8). Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  10. Camping fee, Standard Camping Fee: $20 per night. National Park Service
  11. Pets allowed per Recreation.gov site details at East Portal Campground: yes at all 15 campsites with this detail listed. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  12. Campfires allowed per Recreation.gov site details at East Portal Campground: yes at all 15 campsites with this detail listed. Fire restrictions can apply at any time. Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  13. Amenities at East Portal Campground listed by NPS: toilets: Vault Toilets - seasonal; showers: None; drinking water: Yes - seasonal; dump station: No; cell reception: No; camp store: No; firewood for sale: No; food storage lockers: Yes - year round;... National Park Service
  14. Fee information on Recreation.gov: All campsites at East Portal are first-come, first-served. This campground uses Scan & Pay to accept on-site payment through the Recreation.gov mobile app. Download the app ahead of your visit to arrive ready! NOTE:... Recreation.gov (RIDB)
  15. Reservation note from NPS: Sites are first-come, first-served. Visitors can also use Scan & Pay. National Park Service

Site details come from Recreation.gov campsite records. They can lag behind changes on the ground. Fees change by season and site type. Quote only fee facts and say they can change. Description and rules facts are sources for facts only: retell in your own words, never copy 8 or more words in a row. Hookup, pet and campfire counts are per listed campsite record, not a promise for every site.

Campsite data: Recreation Information Database (RIDB), Recreation.gov, licensed under CC BY 4.0. Not endorsed by Recreation.gov or any agency.