Curecanti National Recreation Area

Open

Western Slope

Verified

Multiple distinct looks across Blue Mesa and canyon areas.

Production notes

Best time

Year-round, water and road conditions vary

Drone

Drones restricted under NPS rules

Morning golden hour

7:36 AM – 8:10 AM

Light from the S · 6659°

Evening golden hour

5:33 PM – 6:08 PM

Light from the W · 14317°

Calculated for this location and date, shown in local time. Sun position only — it does not account for terrain or buildings casting shade.

Permit path: Conditional

Policies change. Confirm with the listed authority before you shoot.

Included

Access

Access model: Public, managed. Conditional.