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Gunnison, UtahGunnison

Spend a half‑day to a full day in Gunnison, Utah – drive 2 h south from Salt Lake City, explore the ATV trail and nearby state parks.

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Gunnison is a small agricultural town in central Utah, best reached by car via I‑15 or I‑70. Its main attractions are the Arapeen ATV Trail System and two state parks within a few miles. One day is enough for the trail and a quick park visit; an extra night lets you relax at a local motel.

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Currency
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Best months
Jun–Sep (warm, dry, trail open)
avoid Dec–Feb (snow, road closures)
Airport
SLC
Nights
0–1

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This is a basic guide for Gunnison, Utah: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
  • North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
  • North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
  • North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
  • United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
  • United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
  • United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
  • United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Gunnison, Utah, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at Thriftway Market$2–3
  • Street or quick mealPizza slice at Lotsa Motsa$5–8
  • Budget bedInn room (family), a night, per roomUS$120
  • Mid-range bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$110
  • High-end bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$170

A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$95 · High US$150

Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Arapeen ATV Trail SystemPalisade State ParkYuba Lake State Park
Airports
SLC Salt Lake City International Airport (About 2 h drive (≈120 km (75 mi)) via I‑15)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    5°C (41°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    7°C (45°F)

  3. Mar

    not flagged

    12°C (54°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    18°C (64°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    24°C (75°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    34°C (93°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    20°C (68°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    12°C (54°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    6°C (43°F)

Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F) low), wettest Mar (6 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Gunnison, Utah: next 7 days

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

5°C (41°F)

−5°C (23°F)

5 rd

Feb

7°C (45°F)

−3°C (27°F)

5 rd

Mar

12°C (54°F)

1°C (34°F)

6 rd

Apr

18°C (64°F)

5°C (41°F)

5 rd

May

24°C (75°F)

10°C (50°F)

4 rd

Jun

30°C (86°F)

15°C (59°F)

3 rd

Jul

34°C (93°F)

20°C (68°F)

2 rd

Aug

33°C (91°F)

19°C (66°F)

2 rd

Sep

28°C (82°F)

13°C (55°F)

3 rd

Oct

20°C (68°F)

6°C (43°F)

5 rd

Nov

12°C (54°F)

0°C (32°F)

6 rd

Dec

6°C (43°F)

−4°C (25°F)

5 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Car is essential; the town is spread along Highway 28/89. Parking at state parks is free, ATV trail accessed from town outskirts.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Salt Lake City

caution

Door to door: ≈2 h each way

Drive north on I‑15, about 2 h (120 km (75 mi))

Good for museums, but long for a day‑trip from Gunnison.

Palisade State Park

go

Door to door: ≈30 min round‑trip

Drive south on Highway 28, about 15 min

Fishing, swimming, picnic areas.

Yuba Lake State Park

go

Door to door: ≈40 min round‑trip

Drive south on Highway 28, about 20 min

Waterski, camping, easy trails.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Country Paradise Motel

Central Main St, basic rooms, good for one night

Gunnison Inn

North Main St, family rooms, includes breakfast

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
$50–70 excl. bed
Mid
$80–120 excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Motel room (double)1 × 1 night × US$110US$110
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$95US$190
Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × US$65 · checkUS$130
ATV trail permit2 × US$45 · checkUS$90
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeUS$52
Trip total≈ US$286 per person per day, bed includedUS$572

2026 estimate in USD; flights and car‑rental excluded.

Prices of common things

Coffee at Thriftway Market$2–3
Pizza slice at Lotsa Motsa$5–8
Drive‑through burger at Shelley's$4–6
State park day‑use fee$5–10

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Gunnison is low‑risk; main concerns are road weather and limited services in winter.
  • Limited dining options – plan meals ahead.
  • ATV trail may close after heavy rain; check local signage.

Emergency numbers

Police/Fire/Ambulance
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Salt Lake City → Gunnison (rental car, 2 h): ≈ $45–65 per day, fuel extra (check)

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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Gunnison, Utah. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Jun–Sep (warm, dry, trail open) · avoid Dec–Feb (snow, road closures) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add car‑rental guide for I‑15/I‑70 routes.
  2. Link to ATV‑trail safety page.
  3. Create detailed park‑facility pages.

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