Curecanti

National Recreation Area Colorado

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East Portal Road is Open

Be advised that the road could close again if winter conditions exist.

News & Conditions

Updated May 9, 2013

BLUE MESA RESERVOIR CONDITIONS
Elk Creek and Lake Fork boat ramps are now open. May hours of operation are from 6:00am to 8:00pm daily.

EAST PORTAL ROAD
East Portal Road is currently open, but could close again if winter conditions or rock fall exist.

CAMPGROUNDS

Elk Creek Loops A & D: OPEN, and water is available.
Lake Fork: OPEN, and water is available.
Stevens Creek: CLOSED, expected to open May 17, 2013.
Cimarron: OPEN, and water is available.
Red Creek: OPEN, but water is NOT available.
Dry Gulch: OPEN, but water is NOT available.
Ponderosa: OPEN, but water is NOT available.
East Portal: OPEN, and water is available.
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ANNUAL CLIMBING CLOSURE
The following areas and routes are closed to public use from March 15 through July 15 for the protection of nesting raptors:

Curecanti Needle and adjacent walls within one-half mile, including the area extending 50 feet from the rim. Developed trails and overlooks are excluded.

Climbing routes along the north side of US Highway 50 within one-half mile east and west of mile marker 149 (near the Lake City Bridge).