Campground Host - Elk Creek Campground
ORGANIZATION: National Park Service
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The campground host is stationed at the Elk Creek Campground in Curecanti National Recreation Area on the Western Slope of Colorado. Hosts work 32-40 hours per week and are managed by the National Park Service. The hours may be divided between a couple. Uniform shirts are provided and required. Hosts are front-line National Park Service ambassadors who provide a welcoming environment to visitors. Start and end dates are flexible.
Elk Creek Campground is located on US Highway 50, 20 miles west of Gunnison, CO. Elk Creek Campground is adjacent to the Blue Mesa Reservoir, the largest body of water in the state of Colorado. There are 155 campsites including electric sites and walk-in campsites. Ranger programs are in full swing during the summer at the campground amphitheater. Gunnison is the closest town for shopping, restaurants, and other amenities. Host site amenities include electric, water, and sewer. Cell phone reception is unreliable.
Start Date - 2025-05-05
End Date - 2025-07-07
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1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US
Mission Statement
The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.
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The U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov, cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. We care for more than 400 national parks and help communities preserve their historic places and open spaces.
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Arts & Culture,
Environment,
Sports & Recreation
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WHERE
102 Elk CreekGunnison, CO 81230
(38.46701 ,-107.16586 )
DATE POSTED
March 4, 2025
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