Blue Mesa Adventure Pods at Elk Creek Campground

Check-In Procedure - Check-in time is 2:00p.m. - Check-out time is 11:00a.m. ​- While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Age - Guests must be 21 years of age or older to rent a pod. Campground Disclaimer - All NPS rules and regulations must be followed during your stay. Price - Pods include the use of two stand-up paddle boards (SUPs), two paddles, personal flotation devices (PFDs / lifejackets), and a firewood bundle (unless there is a local burning ban in effect, in which case wood will not be provided). Please bring bedding, pillows, flashlights, cooler for food / drinks, towels, swim gear, sun screen, and anything else that will make your adventure more enjoyable. Pet Policy - Pets are allowed in our pet-friendly pods, one pet per pod. - If you have rented a non-pet pod, you may bring your pet if you have somewhere other than inside the pod to leave them. - Pets are permitted in Elk Creek Campground and in the Curecanti National Recreational Area. - Pets must be leashed at all times. - Owners are responsible for their pet's behavior and may receive fines if their animal creates problems with wildlife and/or other visitors. - Do not leave your pet unattended in a vehicle or campsite. - Interior temperatures of vehicles rise within minutes and pets can quickly overheat and die, even with the windows cracked. - Pets must be confined to the pet owner’s pod and must not be allowed to roam free or be tethered. - Pets must not be left unattended. - Pet caregivers are responsible for any damage caused by their pets. - Scoop your poop. - Bring several bags with you to be sure you have enough. - Pet fee is $10 flat rate fee in pet-friendly pods. ​Smoking Policy - We do not allow smoking in any of our pods. - This includes tobacco, vapor, or any other form of smoking. - Violation of this policy will incur a $200 fee. - Be aware that during fire bans the only location where smoking is allowed is inside your vehicle. - Please dispose of extinguished cigarette butts. ​Cooking Policy - Cooking or an open flame are not allowed inside the pods. - A fire rings and grill are provided. ​Arrival - Upon arrival, please report any damage to pod, SUPs or PFDs to the Elk Creek Marina store. - Damage not reported may result in a damage / cleaning fee following check-out. - In the event the marina store is closed, leave a message at 970-641-0707 reporting such damage. ​Check-out - Upon check-out, please remove all trash from the pod and surrounding area and place it in the designated NPS trash receptacles located within the campground, ensure fires are completely extinguished, leave the SUPs clean and locked beside pod, return clean PFDs and paddles to storage bin, leave outside area as you found it. Paddle Boards - Use of SUPs is at your own risk. - All users of the SUPs agree to wear a PFD in accordance with all applicable laws. - Be mindful of the weather, afternoon winds can be very strong and make it difficult to paddle against. - Rental equipment shall be operated in accordance with the Colorado Boat Operational Regulations and the National Park Service regulations, and in a safe and prudent manner. - The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has determined that SUPs operated outside a surfing, swimming or bathing area are “vessels” under USCG regulations. - Accordingly, all SUP users must comply with navigation rules, carriage requirements for PFDs, sound producing device, navigation lights and accident reporting. - SUP users are required to have a personal flotation device at all times. - Under Colorado state boating laws all SUP users under the age of thirteen must wear an approved PFD at all times. - Any passenger under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (over the age of 18) at all times while using the SUPs. - Never exceed the capacity of the SUPs, which are rated for 1 passenger per board. - There is beach access and paddle board carry straps are provided. - Please do not drag the boards, handle with care. - Low water levels at Blue Mesa Reservoir may mean need to travel a further distance to transport the SUP to the water. - Please plan accordingly. ​PFDs are Required - Two Adult Universal PFDs and two Youth Universal PFDs will be provided at the pods. - The Adult Universal measures 30"-52" chest, 90 pounds and over. - The Youth Universal measures 50-90 pounds. - Feel free to bring your own USCG approved life jacket if preferred. - PFDs are required. ​Showers - There are no shower facilities in the immediate area. ​Photographs - You consent to the use of your photo and/or name for promotional purposes by ECM and waive your rights under applicable privacy and personality property rights laws requiring further permission for such use. - You release ECM or any organizations affiliated with ECM from any and all liability from such use and publication and waive rights to any compensation. ​