Sunshine Campground Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Fore Colorado

7676 Highway 145
Telluride, Colorado 81435

Lat / Long:

37.88927422, -107.8899214

Sunshine Campground has 18 campsites (first-come, first-serve) located in a dense aspen forest with many sites having spectacular views of Mt. Wilson (14,256′). A small mountain pond/lake is also nearby.

Campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs (up to 35 feet).  Sites 6 and 7 are walk-to / tent-only. Each site also has a table, lantern post, fire ring and grill.  Campground amenities include drinking water, vault toilets and trash collection. Firewood is also available for sale from the camp host.

Other campgrounds in the area include Silver Jack, Mary E, Matterhorn, Cayton and Priest Lake.

Sunshine Campground – Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation in the area includes fishing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, OHV trail riding, picnicking and wildlife viewing. Campers can also check out the many shops, restaurants and attractions of nearby Telluride, CO.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Best Campsites

2, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13

Regions

• Lake
• Mountains
• National Forest
• National Forest Campgrounds
• Rocky Mountains

Campsite Types

• ADA
• RV
• Tent
• Trailer

Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service Poor
• Drinking Water
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Firewood Available
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Lantern Post
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Recycling Center

Activities

• ATV
• Backpacking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Lake
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• OHVing
• OTV Trails/Riding
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Stargazing
• Walking Trails
• Wildlife Viewing