If you're wondering what else there is to keep you busy after visiting Curecanti National Recreation Area in Southwest Colorado, you're spoiled for choice. Stop by Blue Mesa Reservoir. It's not too far from the outdoor recreational space and offers another insight into what makes this area tick.
Curecanti National Recreation Area, CO
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Minecart Motor Lodge
1225 E Main St Montrose CO
$94 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$107 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Montrose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (995 reviews)
"Clean room, breakfast was grab and go nice variety"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

The Inn at Tomichi Village
41883 US Highway 50 E Gunnison CO
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$105 total
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gunnison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast and helpful staff"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Montrose
1705 E Main St Montrose CO
$77 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$88 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Montrose. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"It was clean but needs updating."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Blue Mesa Recreational Ranch
27601 U.S. 50 Gunnison CO
Stay at this cabin in Gunnison. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a pool table. Popular attraction Blue Mesa Reservoir is located nearby.

Cedar Creek Lodging & RV Park
126 Rose Ln Montrose CO
Stay at this campground in Montrose. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Black Canyon Golf Course and Buckley Park are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (170 reviews)
"I love the fact that the creek ran behind the back of the tiny home. I love the layout, but if you were a very tall person, the upstairs loft will be difficult to navigate. I was disappointed that there were not enough towels , no blow dryer , no filter or coffee for the coffee pot. They had there ..."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Cabin with Jaw-dropping Views near Black Canyon
Crawford CO
Stay at this vacation home in Crawford. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Crawford State Park and Crawford Recreation Area ...
10/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"We liked that the kitchen was very well stocked (coffee, creamer, spices, condiments, etc. Awesome views and deer everywhere."
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Popular places to visit

Blue Mesa Reservoir
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blue Mesa Reservoir during your travels in Gunnison. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

South Rim Visitor Center
4.5/5(66 reviews)
Start your visit here when you arrive at this imposing national park in southern Colorado, home to 2 million years of geologic wonder.

Gunnison Point
5/5(1 review)
Mesmerizing lines of sparkling color grace the rock face of the mountains opposite this major viewing point just behind the visitor center.

Cedar Point Nature Trail
5/5(8 reviews)
Overlooking the river and scenic Painted Wall, this trail is a wonderful spot to study the birds and diverse plants of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Pulpit Rock Overlook
3/5(2 reviews)
This quick, easy hike to a rocky protrusion is a must for visitors to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Warner Point Nature Trail
5/5(3 reviews)
Appreciate the range of vegetation of the Black Canyon region on this short, easy trail perfect for hiking, walking and bird-watching.
- Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
- Blue Mesa Reservoir
- South Rim Visitor Center
- Gunnison Point
- Cedar Point Nature Trail
- Pulpit Rock Overlook
- Warner Point Nature Trail
- Curecanti Creek Trail
- Tomichi Point
- Cimarron Railroad Exhibit
- Chasm View Nature Trail
- Rio Grande National Forest
- Ridgway State Park
- Taylor River
- Jorgensen Park
- Bridges Golf & Country Club
- Dos Rios Golf Club
- Ute Indian Museum
- Hotchkiss-Crawford Historical Museum
- Black Canyon Anglers
- Gunnison Valley Observatory
- Leroux Creek Inn & Vineyards
- Montrose County Historical Museum




