Crossroads Campsite 3 campground
Crossroads Campsite 3
Nearby points of interest include the Painted Rock Petroglyph Site, which features over 800 petroglyphs that were created by the Hohokam people over 800 years ago. Another nearby point of interest is the Gila Bend Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the area.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. There is also a boat ramp nearby for those interested in boating or fishing on the reservoir.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that the Imperial Reservoir was created in 1912 to store water from the Colorado River for irrigation purposes. It is now a popular recreational area for boating, fishing, and camping.
The best time of year to visit is in the fall or winter, when temperatures are cooler and more comfortable for outdoor activities. Average temperatures range from the mid-60s to low 80s during these seasons. It is important to note that the area can become very hot during the summer months, with temperatures often exceeding 100 degrees.
What's on-site at Crossroads Campsite 3
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 Crossroads Campsite 3, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossroads Campsite 4 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campsite 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campsite 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Crossroads Campsite 14 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Crossroads Campsite 3 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| C.R.I.R. Main Canal Nr Parker | 1,070 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Below Parker Dam | 2,300 cfs | → |
| Bill Williams River Near Parker | 4 cfs | → |
| Gardner Lateral Spill Near Parker | 0 cfs | → |
| Poston Wasteway Near Poston | 42 cfs | → |
| Bill Williams River Below Alamo Dam | 36 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Buckskin Mountain State Park
- Cattail Cove State Park
- Gibraltar Mountain Wilderness
- Lake Havasu State Park
- Bill Williams River National Wildlife Refuge
- Whipple Mountains Wilderness
Boat launches
- Parker Dam Road 52650-52900, Earp
- Rock House Recreation Area Boat Launch
- Takeoff Point Road Arizona
- Take Off Point Day Use Area Boat Launch
- Site Six
Points of interest
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Cross Roads
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Burro Flats
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Bullfrog
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Bristoll Springs
- Parker Dam Road Backcountry Byway Quail Hollow
- Shea Road Interpretive Kiosk
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 Crossroads Campsite 3 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Crossroads Campsite 3
Can I make reservations at Crossroads Campsite 3?
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 Crossroads Campsite 3?
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 Crossroads Campsite 3.