Can you reserve a site at Rosy Lane?

Yes, Rosy Lane is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Rosy Lane have?

23 sites in total, of which 15 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Rosy Lane?

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

Are pets allowed at Rosy Lane?

Yes, pets are allowed at Rosy Lane.

Rosy Lane, Colorado — 15 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Rosy Lane Campground is located 17 miles from Gunnison, Colo., 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, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Site 008 has 15-Amp electric hookups. Site 004 is accessible. Campground now has potable drinking water available.

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.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

Taylor Park Reservoir is about 12 miles from the campground, with boating, fishing and swimming. A boat ramp and boat rentals are available.

The facts

Season: May 23 – Oct. 7 (weather dependent) — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
15 bookable sites
23 sites in total, including non-bookable
1 accessible site
Vehicles up to 50 ft
Up to 16 people per site
Loops: MANAGEMENT, ROSY

Site types

11 Standard Nonelectric
8 Management
3 RV Nonelectric
1 RV 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

23 campsites at Rosy Lane

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
003	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
011	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
018	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX	MANAGEMENT	Management	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6
XXX2	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX4	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX5	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX6	MANAGEMENT	Management	—	—	—	—
001	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
002	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	50 ft	6	🐾
004	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	♿ 🐾
005	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
006	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
007	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
008	ROSY	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
010	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	6	🐾
012	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	6	🐾
013	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	50 ft	6	🐾
014	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	45 ft	16	🐾
015	ROSY	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	30 ft	6	🐾
016	ROSY	Rv Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
017	ROSY	Rv Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾
019	ROSY	Rv Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	45 ft	6	🐾

Getting there

From Gunnison, Colo., travel north on Colorado Highway 135 for 10 miles, to Almont. Turn right (northeast) on Taylor Canyon Road and proceed 7 miles to the campground entrance, which is on the left side of the road.

38.73056, -106.74667 · 38°43'50.0"N 106°44'48.0"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, 9.6 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 Rosy Lane

Can you reserve a site at Rosy Lane?: Yes, Rosy Lane is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Rosy Lane have?: 23 sites in total, of which 15 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Rosy Lane?: 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Rosy Lane?: Yes, pets are allowed at Rosy Lane.
Does Rosy Lane have hookups?: Electric.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$20 per night per camping unit; $10 per night electric fee; $10 per firewood bundle. Mini-group double site $40 per night.

Restrictions:

ATV's use not authorized in campground.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Rosy Lane

One Mile 0.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Bank (CO) 1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Spring Creek (CO) 1.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Lodgepole (Taylor River Canyon near Gunnison, COLORADO) 5.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cold Spring (CO) 6.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Lottis Creek Campground 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Almont 7.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
North Bank Campground - Gunnison RD 0.6 mi · Campground
Granite Tent Campground - Gunnison RD 1.2 mi · Campground
Spring Creek Campground - Gunnison RD 1.7 mi · Campground
Lodgepole Campground - Gunnison RD 5.1 mi · Campground
Cold Spring Campground - Gunnison RD 6.1 mi · Campground

Contact

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

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