National Parks / Curecanti National Recreation Area
Curecanti National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area — CO
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.
Current Alerts
- DangerToxic Algae Found – Blue Mesa Water Quality Advisory
Cyanotoxins are currently present in the Iola Basin. Until further notice, the park recommends that no person or pet swims in, or drinks from, reservoir waters in the Iola Basin. Use caution when fishing, boating, or recreating in Blue Mesa Reservoir.
More info → - CautionStage 1 Fire Restrictions in Effect
Until further notice, the following are prohibited in all park areas: (1) Building, maintaining, attending, or using wood or charcoal fires anywhere but within campground- or picnic area-provided grills or grates. (The use of gas grills and camp stoves is permitted.) (2) Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren of all flammable materials. (3) Discharging or using any kind of fireworks or other pyrotechnic devices.
More info → - CautionFire Operations
Wildfires are occurring in the region. Water scooping airplanes are using the reservoir. Please use caution and stay clear of areas where water scooping operations are occurring.
- Park ClosureEast Portal Road
Until further notice, East Portal Road and campground are closed due to flood damage.
Source: National Park Service.