Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch - Thousand Trails
RV Park
Write a Review 27601 Hwy 50 Gunnison, CO 81230 970-642-4150 Official WebsiteGPS: 38.4816, -107.1207
Overview of Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch - Thousand Trails
Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Silver Pull-it on 5/19/2024
Longest RV Reported: 40 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Never Stop Adventuring on 1/23/2023
Number of Sites 380
Pad Type gravel
Reservations yes
Open Seasonally May - October
Elevation 7,578 ft / 2,309 m
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch - Thousand Trails 17 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 5/19/2024
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Last reported 4/22/2024
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Last reported 4/22/2024
“Arrived opening Day 1 May 2024, "Mud Season" and experienced cold, rain & high winds.”
Reviewed 5/19/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 21 |
| Site Number: | 134 |
| RV Length: | 38' (Fifth Wheel) |
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Never stayed here before and arrived about 11:30AM. Usually TT charges for early check-in (before noon). We were not charged. Sites are difficult to level on. Because we have a large picture window in back I wanted a view and we got a nice view. The last weekend we were here the place is filling up (17-19 May). Campground slopes up fro... more
Never stayed here before and arrived about 11:30AM. Usually TT charges for early check-in (before noon). We were not charged. Sites are difficult to level on. Because we have a large picture window in back I wanted a view and we got a nice view. The last weekend we were here the place is filling up (17-19 May). Campground slopes up from Highway 50 providing people up-slope with nice views of the reservoir. Weather from time we arrived varied from mild to cold nights and included snow and some very high winds (over 50mph gusts). Our 38 foot 5th wheel was rocking. Our slide toppers were flapping. I don't handle windy conditions well. The poor weather limited any outside activities. There is an indoor pool that was closed the first few days after our arrival. The Main Lodge was getting a new roof and looks superb. When we were here the bridge about a mile away was closed so we couldn't travel West. The laundry is narrow between washers and dryers so only 1 person at a time can access the machines. Charged 8 quarters per wash as well as 8 quarters to dry. The signs require HE soap so if you don't bring your own, there is a machine that sells individual packets. Don't know where one gets quarters so we went into Gunnison (about 10-12 miles East) to do our wash. Some TT parks allow (don't charge) for deliveries of medicine or RV parts for repair. THIS PARK CHARGES $5 for any delivery. The information on line stated that there is a $5 per night charge for Elite sites. When we arrived that fee was not enforced. The map available on TT website is not very detailed. Sites along Willow Creek (with numbers 250 to 281) are dry camping. I wouldn't tow long or tall trailer there. Walk that area first. Our site had 30 amp FHU and offered us a nice view. We could see the lake through the trees because there were no leaves on them. If it was later in spring, our view of the lake would be blocked. We noticed many arrivals did not pull into the long parking spaces for check-in. Please use these and don't simply park blocking anyone else from entering. The little guard shack was never manned during our stay. Also if you have a single vehicle don't block/park/stop in the long parking spaces. Use common sense. The lodge is beautiful both inside and out. Cell service was reported to be better early in our stay and declined as the campground filled up. I have Starlink and as always, we had zero issues getting internet. Our site (134) had wooden fencing at/near the road and it was a challenge backing into the site because of this decorative fence. Many sites have this added feature. On the map there are 2 sites in between the cottages/cabins. Sites 145 and 530 are actually open for RV use if you choose and if they are not already taken. Campendium rates NOISE by more stars means quiet. More stars means more more quiet. I found our site had only man made noise when a vehicle went by our camp site. We couldn't hear noise from the highway when inside. Lots of chirping birds sounded wonderful to us.
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Silver Pull-it would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Beautiful TT location with new WIFI network”
Reviewed 5/6/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | Cabin 15 |
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We used the cabin pass on opening week. It was cold but the backdrop is beautiful. The front lodge is nice and spacious and the free wifi there had 200Mbps so that's where we did our work and kid's online homeschool. We stayed in an 8 person cabin and had about 8Mbps which is better than some of the other TT. We liked the campgroun... more
We used the cabin pass on opening week. It was cold but the backdrop is beautiful. The front lodge is nice and spacious and the free wifi there had 200Mbps so that's where we did our work and kid's online homeschool. We stayed in an 8 person cabin and had about 8Mbps which is better than some of the other TT. We liked the campground but did not like the 8 person cabin. Lot's of mattresses but layout sucked. Small barsink, mini-fridge and not the full sized fridge, no bbq, no microwave, no shower. Next time we will get one of the other cabins with the full refrigerator. Staff is nice and area is beautiful.
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BTS Army Mom would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“ALERT::: bridge on Hwy 50 coming from montross head to Blue Mesa TT is out. ...ALERT.. ”
Reviewed 4/22/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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CDOT closed the bridge over the Blue Mesa reservoir on April 19 for cracks in super structure. The reopening date has not been determined.. currently there is a detour that is for locals only.. coming from the north / west you can go I-70 to copper mt and come down 91, or at eagle vail down hwy 24 which is a bit more twisty.. ... more
CDOT closed the bridge over the Blue Mesa reservoir on April 19 for cracks in super structure. The reopening date has not been determined..
currently there is a detour that is for locals only.. coming from the north / west you can go I-70 to copper mt and come down 91, or at eagle vail down hwy 24 which is a bit more twisty..
This also takes you over Monarch Pass which can be good on bottom and snowing on top.. ask me how i know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2MaBuZFiTw&t=17s
https://www.codot.gov/news/2024/april/us50-bridge-closed-west-of-gunnison..
NEW UPDATE:: 5-14-24 The detour is now open to non locals and trailers .. One of the office people told me someone came in with a 45 ft toy hauler.. in the link below read toward the bottom to see times for pilot car up and down the detour road.. plenty of spots and the weather is nice..
https://www.codot.gov/news/media
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T-Mobile 4G
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Multiple Power Outages”
Reviewed 7/14/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 21 |
| Site Number: | 23 |
| RV Length: | 21' (Travel Trailer) |
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I’m happy that this TT park is here and the location is nice but there is no cell service and the power keeps crashing. Not just for me, my neighbors too. The lots are overgrown with weeds, the bocce court is hard to find in all the weeds. Decent but very tight laundry room and the pool/hot tub closes at 8pm. I would stay again only be... more
I’m happy that this TT park is here and the location is nice but there is no cell service and the power keeps crashing. Not just for me, my neighbors too. The lots are overgrown with weeds, the bocce court is hard to find in all the weeds. Decent but very tight laundry room and the pool/hot tub closes at 8pm. I would stay again only because of the location and I don’t have to pay to stay.
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Steve F would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“One of the best Thousand Trails”
Reviewed 1/23/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 21 |
| Site Number: | 354 |
| RV Length: | 40' (Fifth Wheel) |
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As Thousand Trails members, we were excited when this park became part of our membership. We love Colorado and the views in the park are beautiful overlooking the Blue Mesa Reservoir. We visited in July of 2022 and were in site 354 which is an end site at the top of the hill. We loved having the extra space of an end site, but it is mo... more
As Thousand Trails members, we were excited when this park became part of our membership. We love Colorado and the views in the park are beautiful overlooking the Blue Mesa Reservoir. We visited in July of 2022 and were in site 354 which is an end site at the top of the hill. We loved having the extra space of an end site, but it is more work walking up the hill from the amenities!
Speaking of, the amenities are amazing. We loved the outdoor pool especially (there's an indoor one too)! The playground, mini-golf, family center, fishing pond, and even horseback rides directly in the park will keep you busy. Our kids didn't want to leave. :)
Going into Gunnison is fairly easy, and for our young kids, the splash area at the Gunnison mural and the large playground at Jorgensen Park are fun to visit. Crested Butte and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park are must see places in day-trip range.
We did struggle with internet connectivity while here, but being able to use park Wi-Fi was nice. Since then we've upgraded to Starlink (we noticed many people at the park using theirs), so that would make the experience even better next time. You may want to have extra lengths of hose/cable as well as some of the hookups are fairly far back in some of the sites.
We would love to visit the park again for sure! We have a campground review video as well if you'd like to see more! https://youtu.be/VoRnRblRB3I
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Never Stop Adventuring would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Okay campground”
Reviewed 8/28/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
| RV Length: | 37' (Travel Trailer) |
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We stayed for two weeks with our thousand trails membership. The staff were super nice and accommodating. As for the sites, many of them were not level and overgrown. There is absolutely no cell service and the Wi-Fi is only available in common areas. We would stay here again if we were going to be in the area since it’s free with our ... more
We stayed for two weeks with our thousand trails membership. The staff were super nice and accommodating. As for the sites, many of them were not level and overgrown. There is absolutely no cell service and the Wi-Fi is only available in common areas. We would stay here again if we were going to be in the area since it’s free with our membership, but wouldn’t go out of our way to stay here again.
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Emma would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Beautiful location and not far from Gunnison”
Reviewed 7/15/2022
| Days stayed: | 14 |
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| Site Number: | 400 |
| RV Length: | 32' (Class A) |
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We stayed here for 14 day. Office and stay are supper helpful and friendly. This park is at base mountain and sites are fairly level but you should drive around and pick your site as some are unloved. Sites are in mostly natural state. You share power pedestals and water, but both work great. Sites have picnic table with concrete pad. ... more
We stayed here for 14 day. Office and stay are supper helpful and friendly. This park is at base mountain and sites are fairly level but you should drive around and pick your site as some are unloved. Sites are in mostly natural state. You share power pedestals and water, but both work great. Sites have picnic table with concrete pad. If you are a working nomad you better plan on working in common area that has hotspot or going into Gunnison. Cell phone service with booster is 0. The park has park wide wireless connection, but after connecting you are not going anywhere on the internet. Lots of seasonal campers, but plenty of open spots. Two pools, one open and not heated and one in front common building that has heated pool.
I would stay here again as it is so beautiful and overviews Gunnison Lake feed by Gunnison River. .
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This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Great stay with happy kids”
Reviewed 7/2/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
| Site Number: | 23 |
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The weather was pretty perfect the entire time we stayed with a few thunder storms. They have so many activities for kids to keep busy. No cell service but we had a Starlink which worked great for Zoom meetings and watching tv.
We did a quick video to show sites and amenities.
https://youtu.be/I5YgLGyE57Q
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DandEm would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“No WiFi or Cell connectivity (Verizon)”
Reviewed 6/20/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 362 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Class B) |
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Plus
Beautiful views
Large Lots.
Negative
No WiFi or Cell connectivity (Verizon)
Hookups at back of the sites . My waste discharge hose would not reach the dump.
Majority of campers seemed to be year-round or long-term. Seemed there were no restrictions ( or not enforced) on storage on the lots e.g. bikes, boat, tarps etc.
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This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Good TT, but No Cell Service”
Reviewed 6/11/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 14 |
| Site Number: | 79 |
| RV Length: | 35' (Fifth Wheel) |
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The main lodge was nice and even had an indoor pool. The adult lodge up the hill a bit was small but almost empty. Luckily I was able to get my Starlink installed!
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Lil Adventures would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- sewer
- Full Hookups
Connectivity
- cable tv
- wifi: free
Recreation
- basketball court
- Game room
- horseshoes
- hot tub
- mini golf
- playground
- rec hall
- swimming pool: outdoor
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- cabins
- dump station
- general store
- hot tub
- laundry
- propane
- restrooms: flush
- rv storage
- security
- showers
- swimming pool: outdoor
- trash
Pets
- pets
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