Taylor Park Trading Post: Cafe, RV Park & Cabins

970-641-2555

 

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Taylor Park is nestled near the top of the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 9,400 feet. The Taylor Park Trading Post is located 1/2 mile from the east shore of Taylor Reservoir and abounds with magnificent views of the Sawatch Range. The area around the resort is ideal for camping, hiking, motorcycling and ATVing, fishing, hunting, and photography. Taylor Park is an excellent place to come to relax in the great outdoors and enjoy any outdoor recreation.

Please note open dates are affected by the weather, please call ahead.

RV sites are open late May-September. Store ,cafe, gift shop, LP gas, gas, diesel, and firewood.

RV FULL HOOKUP SITES: 67 Sites, 35 Pull thrus (25 x 65), 32 Back-ins (25x65), 30/50 amps, restrooms, showers, laundromat, full hookups 2004 rates $25.

CABINS: 33 all with kitchens, bathrooms. Call for rates.

TENT SITES: Enjoy a grassy area for tents. 10 sites, no hookups, call for rates.

RECREATION: fishing, 4x4, ATV & motorcycle trails, hiking, horseshoes, playground, fire pits, fabulous views of Continental Divide and overlooking Taylor Reservoir.

RESTAURANT: The Nugget Cafe offers a diverse menu with all the necessary good, old-fashion, down-home cooking to keep all the wives, bachelors, and back-woods enthusiasts from having to waste any precious vacation time cooking.

ATV RENTALS & TRAILS: Rent our brand new ATVs and utility vehicles on site. Northeast of Almont and Taylor Park is the Texas Lakes Trail (#589) it begins off Texas Creek Road (FS755) in the Gunnison National Forest.

We accept Mastercard, Visa, Discover cards.

LOCATION:

FROM GUNNISON: Highway 135 North 10 miles to Almont, go right on County Road 742, then 24 miles to Taylor Park Trading Post.

FROM BUENA VISTA: Take Cottonwood Pass to Taylor Reservoir for 36 miles, then left on County Road 742 2 miles on left. Call for conditions.

Call for reservations Cabins: 970-641-2555; RV Park: 970-641-8911.

    LODGING

  • Lodging Open Dates: 5/10 to 3/21

    • LODGING RATES

  • Nightly Lodging Rates On-Season: Range from $90 to $385

    • ACCOMMODATION DESCRIPTION

  • Cabins/Cottages with Cooking Facilities: 32
  • Vacation Homes or Guest Houses: 1
  • Units with King Beds: None.
  • Units with Queen Beds: None.
  • Units with Wood Fireplaces: 12

    • CAMPING

  • Camping Open Dates: 5/15 to 9/30
  • Along a Highway: Easy access for quick and convenient RVing along Interstate or State Highways.

    • CAMPING RATES

  • RV Camping Rates: $30 a night for two people.
  • Additional Person Rate: Adult: $5. Kids free under the age of 6. Kids: $5.
  • Weekly RV Camping Rates On-Season: $189.00 for two people.
  • Monthly RV Site Rates (Electricity Included) On-Season: Range from $475.00 to $500.00 for two people.

    • SITE DESCRIPTIONS

  • RV Sites: 67
  • Tent Sites: 10
  • Separate Tenting Area: Yes
  • Total Sites: 77
  • Full Hookups: 67 sites with water, electric and sewer.
  • 50 Amp Hookups: 43 sites with 50 amp electrical service.
  • Long RV Sites 45+ Feet: 67 RV sites are 45 feet or longer.
  • Pull-Thru Sites: 35
  • RV Sites Wide Enough for Slideout(s) 67

    • FACILITIES

  • Elevation: 9400 feet above sea level.
  • Region: Southwest - Gunnison
  • Location: Away from Town, but close to a community convenience store and restaurant.
  • Setting: Mountain views. Adjoins public lands. Country feel. Ranch setting.
  • OPEN Campfires (individual use): Yes. (If no local fire bans are active.)
  • Restaurant: On site.
  • Meals Regularly Served: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
  • On-Property in Central Area for Guests to Use: Laundry Area (washers and dryers).
  • Credit Cards: Visa Card. MasterCard. Discover Card.

    • PET POLICIES

  • Pets in Lodging: Some pets are allowed in private rental units. There may be a fee or a deposit. Make advance arrangements
  • Pets at Campground & RV Park: Pets are allowed at campsites for no additional cost. Well-behaved dogs or cats are allowed on a leash outdoors while their owners are on-site.

    • HORSE FACILITIES

  • Guest's Horses Welcome (call for availability): You may bring your horse for an additional fee or deposit.
  • Individual Horse Run/Pen: On site.
  • Horse Trailer Parking: On site.
  • Horse Trails: 15 minutes drive to trailhead.
  • Phone: Public payphones.

    • FUN THINGS TO DO

    PRIMARILY YEAR ROUND ACTIVITIES

  • National Park OR Monument: 90 minutes drive.
  • National Forests & BLM Lands: Walking distance.
  • Designated Historic District, Site or Plaza: 15 minutes drive.
  • Ghost Town: 15 minutes drive.
  • Restaurant(s): On site.

    • PRIMARILY SUMMER ACTIVITIES

  • Fishing in River, Stream or Creek: On site.
  • Fishing in Lake, Reservoir or Pond: On site.
  • Fishing Tackle Sold: On site.
  • Fly Shop: On site.
  • Boat Rentals: Canoe, Raft, Row, Paddle &/or Motor: 5 minutes drive.
  • Whitewater Rafting Office/Pickup point: 30 minutes drive.
  • Kayaking Rentals: 30 minutes drive.
  • Horseback Trail Rides (Guided): 30 minutes drive.
  • Jeep Trails: Trails start on site. (Off road, back country, 4WD.)
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • ATV (All Terrain Vehicles) and/or Dirt Bike Rentals: On site.
  • Mountain Bike Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Bicycle Shop: 30 minutes drive.
  • Hunting in Area: On site.
  • Colorado Hunting Units/Areas: 55,

    • WINTER ACTIVITIES

  • Downhill/Snowboarding Ski Area: 90 minutes drive.
  • Cross Country Skiing Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Snowshoe Trails: Trails on site.
  • Ice Fishing: 5 minutes drive.
  • Snowmobile Trails: Trails start on site.
  • Snowmobile Tours: On site.
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