Curecanti National Recreation Area is a series of three reservoirs along the once wild Gunnison River. The reservoirs that make up Curecanti today are a destination for water-based recreation high in the Rocky Mountains. Best known for salmon and trout fishing, Curecanti also offers opportunities for hiking, boating, camping, and bird watching.
Deep Water and Big Fish

The Boat Tour
Join a park ranger for a leisurely 1.5 hour boat tour through the upper Black Canyon.

Camping
Our 10 campgrounds have a variety of services to accommodate tents or recreational vehicles.

Take a Hike
Curecanti offers the hiker diversity of habitat, scenic vistas, wildlife, and wildflowers.

Webcams
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Pets
Information about where pets are allowed in Curecanti.

Annual Boat Permit By Mail
For your convenience, annual boat permits are available by mail.
Last updated: December 14, 2017