Can you reserve a site at One Mile?

Yes, One Mile is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does One Mile have?

29 sites in total, of which 18 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at One Mile?

99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at One Mile?

Yes, pets are allowed at One Mile.

One Mile, Colorado — 18 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

One Mile Campground is located 18 miles from Gunnison, CO in the Taylor River Canyon. Visitors enjoy the area for its rafting, fishing and trail opportunities.

Recreation

The Taylor River can be accessed from the campground, and offers a calm stretch for rafting and kayaking. Anglers cast for rainbow and brook trout.

The Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area is nearby. The Summerville and South Lottis trailheads provide access to the scenic, natural area.

A number of off-road trails are found in the surrounding area, including Doctor Park Trail, Taylor River Trail and Taylor Vista Trail.

Facilities

The campground offers single-family campsites, all of which have electric hookups. Several sites are also accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Vault toilets are available but currently there is no drinking water. Please bring your own water or fill up at Lottis Creek Campground.

Natural Features

The campground lies on the banks of the Taylor River, at an elevation of 8,600 feet. Most sites are shaded by a stand of lodgepole pine and aspen trees. Summer temperatures are warm in the day and cool at night.

Nearby Attractions

Taylor Park Reservoir is approximately 13 miles from the campground, offering boating, fishing and swimming opportunities. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available there as well.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

The facts

Season: May 23 – Oct. 7 (weather dependent) — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
18 bookable sites
29 sites in total, including non-bookable
4 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 99 ft
Up to 6 people per site
Loops: MANAGEMENT, ONE

Site types

11 Management
9 RV Electric
9 Standard Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.

Book on Recreation.gov

29 campsites at One Mile

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
XXX	MANAGEMENT	Management	Pull Through	Gravel	99 ft	6	♿
XXX1	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX10	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX2	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX3	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX4	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX5	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX6	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX7	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX8	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX9	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
001	ONE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
002	ONE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
005	ONE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	40 ft	6	♿ 🐾
006	ONE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
007	ONE	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	99 ft	6	🐾
008	ONE	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	99 ft	6	🐾
009	ONE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
010	ONE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
012	ONE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
013	ONE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
014	ONE	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
015	ONE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	99 ft	6	🐾
016	ONE	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
017	ONE	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	6	🐾
020	ONE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
021	ONE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	♿ 🐾
022	ONE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	♿ 🐾
023	ONE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	99 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Gunnison, Colo., travel north on Colorado Highway 135 for 10 miles, to Almont. Turn right onto Taylor Canyon Road and proceed just over 8 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the right.

38.72722, -106.75917 · 38°43'38.0"N 106°45'33.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 72°F in Jul, down to 28°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	29	33	41	47	58	69	72	70	64	54	40	28
Low °F	-8	-5	4	18	29	36	42	41	34	25	13	-3
Precip in	1.7	1.6	1.3	1.6	1.5	0.9	1.9	2.2	1.6	1.4	1.4	1.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about One Mile

Can you reserve a site at One Mile?: Yes, One Mile is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does One Mile have?: 29 sites in total, of which 18 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at One Mile?: 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at One Mile?: Yes, pets are allowed at One Mile.
Does One Mile have hookups?: Electric.

Also listed by

One Mile also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by One Mile's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$26 per night per camping unit; $10 per night electric fee; $10 per firewood bundle.

Restrictions:

Off-Highway Vehicle use not allowed in the campground.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near One Mile

North Bank (CO) 0.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Rosy Lane 0.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Spring Creek (CO) 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon near Gunnison, COLORADO) 5.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cold Spring (CO) 6.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Almont 7.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Bank Campground - Gunnison RD 0.2 mi · Campground
Granite Tent Campground - Gunnison RD 0.5 mi · Campground
Spring Creek Campground - Gunnison RD 1.6 mi · Campground
Lodgepole Campground - Gunnison RD 5.8 mi · Campground
Cold Spring Campground - Gunnison RD 6.8 mi · Campground
Almont Campground - Gunnison RD 7.4 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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