Blue Cloud Camping Area campground
Blue Cloud Camping Area
Nearby points of interest include the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge, which offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife viewing. The nearby Yuma Proving Grounds offer a unique opportunity to see military testing and training exercises, while the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge provides additional opportunities for outdoor recreation.
The campground itself offers basic amenities, including pit toilets and picnic tables. There is no water available at the campground, so visitors should bring their own. The area is also known for its dark skies, making it a popular spot for stargazing.
Interesting facts about the area include its history as a mining community, with remnants of old mines still visible in the surrounding mountains. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, desert tortoises, and coyotes.
The best time of year to visit the Blue Cloud Camping Area Campground is in the fall and winter months, when temperatures are milder and more comfortable for outdoor activities. Average temperatures range from the mid-60s to low 80s during this time of year.
Sources:
- "Blue Cloud Camping Area Campground." Recreation.gov, www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233158.
- "Imperial National Wildlife Refuge." U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, www.fws.gov/refuge/imperial/.
- "Yuma Proving Ground." U.S. Army, www.yuma.army.mil/.
What's on-site at Blue Cloud Camping Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Blue Cloud Camping Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossroads Campsite 19 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campsite 18 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campsite 17 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campsite 16 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campsite 15 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Blue Cloud Camping Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| C.R.I.R. Main Canal Nr Parker | 1,300 cfs | → |
| Gardner Lateral Spill Near Parker | 0 cfs | → |
| Poston Wasteway Near Poston | 36 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Parker Dam | 2,300 cfs | → |
| Bill Williams River Near Parker | 4 cfs | → |
| Palo Verde Drain Nr. Parker | 14 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Blue Cloud Camping Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Whipple Mountains Wilderness
- Buckskin Mountain State Park
- Gibraltar Mountain Wilderness
- Cattail Cove State Park
- Lake Havasu State Park
- Riverside Mountains Wilderness
Boat launches
- Rock House Recreation Area Boat Launch
- Parker Dam Road 52650-52900, Earp
- Takeoff Point Road Arizona
- Take Off Point Day Use Area Boat Launch
- Site Six
- Riverside County
Points of interest
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Burro Flats
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Cross Roads
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Bullfrog
- Shea Road Interpretive Kiosk
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Bristoll Springs
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Quail Hollow
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Blue Cloud Camping Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Blue Cloud Camping Area
Can I make reservations at Blue Cloud Camping Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Blue Cloud Camping Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Blue Cloud Camping Area.