Overview
Sunset Campground is situated on the shores of Union Valley Reservoir, among the towering cedar and ponderosa pines of Eldorado National Forest. Aptly named, the campground is a fantastic destination for colorful sunset views over the lake. All water activities are popular here, but it's also fun to bring a bike and explore the neighboring bike trail.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Campfire Allowed
(113 of 119 campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(Majority of the campsites have 2:00 pm)
Checkout Time
(Majority of the campsites have 1:00 pm)
Driveway Entry
(Majority of the campsites have back in)
Firepit
(116 of 119 campsites have Firepit)
Food Storage Locker
(116 of 119 campsites have Food Storage Locker)
Max Num Of People
(Up to 20)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 10)
Pets Allowed
(118 of 119 campsites have Pets Allowed)
Picnic Table
(116 of 119 campsites have Picnic Table)
Shade
(Majority of the campsites have full)
Site Access
(8 of 119 campsites have Site Acceses)
Natural Features
Sunset Campground sits in the Crystal Basin at an elevation of 5,000 feet. Some sites are fully shaded while others sit in a meadow. The climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean with warm, dry summers and cold, wet winters.
Recreation
On the water, sailing, boating and swimming are very popular. For hikers and bikers, the Union Valley Bike Trail and Bassi Falls Hiking Trail are great for exploring. Fishing in the lake includes rainbow, brown, mackinaw trout and kokanee salmon.The bike trail connects with the campground, near the boat ramp, and stretches for 4.8 miles along the eastern shores of the lake.
Permitted Equipment
rv-Up to 70ft
tent-Up to 110ft
trailer-Up to 50ft
Nearby Attractions
Venture to the nearby lake, Ice House Reservoir or hike up Twin Peaks to look down over Union Valley Reservoir.A restaurant and general store are within 5 miles of the campground.