Boat Ramps NearbyDillon Pinnacles
Dillon Pinnacles is a public boat ramp in Gunnison, CO. If it's full, Sapinero Beach in Gunnison is 2.8 miles away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Gunnison, CO |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
Good to know for Dillon Pinnacles
- Prep in the staging area first, because the less time you spend on the ramp, the happier the line behind you.
- Set the parking brake before anyone steps out, even if the ramp at Dillon Pinnacles looks flat.
- When you come back to Dillon Pinnacles, winch the boat on instead of power loading, which keeps the end of the ramp intact.
- Clean, drain and dry your boat and trailer before you leave Dillon Pinnacles, so invasive mussels and plants don't travel to the next lake.
Official public water access in Colorado, including Dillon Pinnacles: Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
More in our guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
Small things for ramp day
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Illustration Loading the boat
Why rangers hate power loading
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
Loading guide Illustration The classic ramp mistake
Never forget the drain plug again
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
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About Dillon Pinnacles
How do I get to Dillon Pinnacles?
Dillon Pinnacles is in Gunnison, Colorado. There is no street address for Dillon Pinnacles in our data, but the map pin marks the launch itself.
Does it cost money to launch at Dillon Pinnacles?
Our data does not say whether Dillon Pinnacles charges, so look for a pay box or posted fees at the entrance.
Can I launch a kayak at Dillon Pinnacles?
Generally yes. Unload away from the lane and launch quickly.
What other boat launches are near Dillon Pinnacles?
Sapinero Beach in Gunnison (2.8 miles), Lake Fork in Gunnison (3.8 miles) and Bay of Chickens in Gunnison (4.1 miles).
Other launches near Gunnison
- Sapinero Beach Gunnison, 2.8 mi
- Lake Fork Gunnison, 3.8 mi
- Bay of Chickens Gunnison, 4.1 mi
- Ponderosa Gunnison, 4.3 mi