About Elk Creek Visitor Center
This visitor center provides information, exhibits, book and map sales, restrooms, and outdoor seating. Water is available inside when the building is open.
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Elk Creek Visitor Center
Powderhorn, Colorado · Gunnison County · Visitor Center
This visitor center provides information, exhibits, book and map sales, restrooms, and outdoor seating. Water is available inside when the building is open.
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38.46700, -107.16580
Open in OpenStreetMapHow to Get There
Follow U.S. Highway 50 15 miles (24 km) west of Gunnison, CO, or 49 miles (79 km) east of Montrose, CO, then follow signs to the visitor center. GPS coordinates: N 38.4668, W -107.1663
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Elk Creek Visitor Center
Heading to Elk Creek Visitor Center? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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