US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National park in Gunnison County, Colorado. Run by NPS.
| Operator | NPS |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Park Service (Curecanti National Recreation Area) |
| Campsites | 29 |
| Site types | 29 standard, no electric |
| Electric hookups | No |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Drinking water | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Campfires allowed | Yes |
| Wheelchair accessible | No |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (970) 641-2337 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Ponderosa Campground before you go.
Ponderosa Campground is located at the northwest end of the Soap Creek Arm of Blue Mesa Reservoir at 7880 feet (2402 m). The campground offers outstanding views and solitude. Note: During dry conditions, the first 7 miles (11 km) of Soap Creek Road are passable to trailers and RVs. Rain can make the Soap Creek Road impassable. Facilities Trash/recycling collection provided. Vault toilets only. Horse Corral in upper loop.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Ponderosa Campground is in Gunnison County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.