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Taylor River Ranger District

Quick Facts

Spring Creek Campground

Capacity:	120 People
Elevation:	8,600 Feet (2680.8 Meters)
Length of Stay:	14 Days
Number of Sites:	12
Reservation Status:	Not Accepted

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General Description

Campers at Spring Creek Campground will enjoy all the beauty the Gunnison basin has to offer. Anglers have access to the gold medal waters of the Taylor River. Hikers will enjoy access to the natural area of the Fossil Ridge Wilderness.

Directions from ALMONT: Drive north on Highway 135 from Almont to Taylor Canyon Road (Forest Road 742). Turn right on to Taylor Canyon Road and travel 7.25 miles to Spring Creek Road (Forest Road 744). Turn left on to Spring Creek Road and travel approximately 2 miles to Spring Creek Campground.

Seasonal Information:
Normal Services Available: Late May through September .

Fee Information

Type	Price	Remarks
Camping, Single Unit	Call for Current Fee	Facilities include horse corra

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Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Camping	Spring Creek Campground	Yes
	Cold Water Fishing	spring Creek	Yes
	Mountain Biking	Doctor Park Trail	No

Related Activities

Doctor Park Trail - Doctor Park Trail provides an excellent day ride or hike. This is a multi-use trail and not the best to take if solitude is what you're seeking.

Spring Creek - Spring Creek originates on the southwestern flanks of American Flag Mountain in the Elk Mountain Range. It's waters flow southward to Spring Creek Reservoir and on to the Taylor River.

Spring Creek Road #744 - This road accesses Spring Creek. It starts at the Spring Creek Reservoir.