Curecanti National Recreation Area

Dillon Pinnacles, Curecanti National Recreation Area
Three reservoirs and surrounding lands make up this recreation area in western Colorado. It is a landscape of tradeoffs; natural and human made features exist together. Geologic wonders are abundant from the sagebrush shrublands to forests. Visitors can experience the park year-round on both land and water.
Map showing location of park.
Curecanti National Recreation Area Seeks Input on Upgrades to Water and Wastewater Systems
The National Park Service seeks public input on a proposed project to replace the water and wastewater systems within Curecanti National Recreation Area.
Curecanti Winter Operations
Curecanti National Recreation Area is transitioning to winter operations. Check the park websites for park hours, closures, and current conditions before your trip.
The snow-capped San Juan Mountain Range looms in the distance as viewed from the Crystal Trail
Photo by NPS image by Matt Johnson
Blue Mesa reflects the color of the sky in the dawn twilight.
Photo by NPS image by Matt Johnson
Hedgehog Cactus flower blooming along the Crystal Trail
Photo by NPS image by Matt Johnson
Large pinnacle spires across a body of water
Photo by NPS Photo
An arm of the Milky Way galaxy glows over Blue Mesa.
Photo by NPS image by Leo Pareti
Tall spires alongside steep canyon walls. A narrow body of water flows below.
Photo by NPS Photo