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Big Cimarron

Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundGrand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National ForestColorado
🏕️ Check live availability & book on recreation.gov
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💡 In short

Big Cimarron in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.

About Big Cimarron

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recre

⚡ EV charging nearby

Nearest DC fast charging: 17.3 mi away (straight line).

⚡ ChargePoint HiON Ouray Hot Springs17.3 midirections →
⚡ Rivian Adventure Network20.0 midirections →
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Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Big Cimarron FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Big Cimarron?

Big Cimarron in Colorado takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How can I get a spot at Big Cimarron when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Big Cimarron often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Big Cimarron and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.

Where is Big Cimarron located?

Big Cimarron is located in Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest, Colorado. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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