Ponderosa, a public boat ramp on Blue Mesa Reservoir, is located in Gunnison. The next public ramp is Dillon Pinnacles in Gunnison, about 4.3 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Gunnison, CO |
| Water | Blue Mesa Reservoir |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Closures and rules for Ponderosa: Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
Details: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Ponderosa is in Gunnison, Colorado. Navigation apps get you there via the map pin, which marks Ponderosa itself.
Blue Mesa Reservoir, in Gunnison.
Our data does not say whether Ponderosa charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Kayaks are usually fine at Ponderosa as long as trailers can still get through.
Dillon Pinnacles in Gunnison (4.3 miles), Sapinero Beach in Gunnison (4.5 miles) and Lake Fork in Gunnison (4.6 miles).
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