• Curecanti National Recreation Area

    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.

Weather & Reservoir Levels

CLIMATE
Weather can vary greatly throughout the day. Summer daytime temperatures range between 50 to 90F (10 to 32C), nights 40 to 60F (4 to 15C). Winter daytime temperatures range between -20 to +40F (-29 to +4C), nights -30 to +20F (-34 to -7C).

Precipitation is minimal, but afternoon thunderstorms and strong winds are common during the summer. Snow accumulation varies greatly year to year. Layered clothing appropriate for the season is recommended.

 

WEATHER

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Broadcast live from the Elk Creek Visitor Center weather system, 16 miles west of Gunnison, Colorado.

7-Day Forecast »
National Weather Service forecast for Gunnison, Colorado.

 

RESERVOIR LEVELS & FLOW INFORMATION

Blue Mesa Reservoir »

Morrow Point Reservoir »

Crystal Reservoir »

Did You Know?

Pine Creek Stairs

To get to the Morrow Point Boat Tour in Curecanti National Recreation Area, visitors must walk down (and back up) 232 stairs on the Pine Creek Trail. More...