Blue Mesa Reservoir: Elk Creek
Gunnison, Colorado
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01 :52 hrs
2.1 mi
11 ft
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Sea Kayaking
Kayaking
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Blue Mesa Reservoir is the largest body of water in the state of Colorado with 96 miles of shoreline to paddle. It is made up of 3 reservoirs that are connected to each other. It is bordered by the West Elk Wilderness Area, which provides famous hunting and fishing. The area is desert terrain with unique rock formations and beautiful mountains as a backdrop. Elk Creek is located on the north shore of the reservoir and mostly surrounded by sagebrush. This area is popular for windsurfing. There is a campground and picnic areas nearby that are open year round.

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