Temperance River National Forest Campground campground
Temperance River National Forest Campground
One of the nearby points of interest is the Ozark National Forest, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, black bears, and white-tailed deer. The forest also has numerous hiking trails, fishing spots, and picnic areas. Another nearby attraction is the Blanchard Springs Caverns, which is a limestone cave system that offers guided tours.
The Temperance River National Forest Campground has a variety of amenities, including picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms. The campground is first-come-first-serve, and it has a total of 20 campsites available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to many unique species of plants and animals that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Some of these species include the Ozark chinquapin tree and the red-cheeked salamander.
The best time of year to visit the Temperance River National Forest Campground is in the fall when the leaves change color, and the temperatures are cooler. The average temperature during that time of year is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
What's on-site at Temperance River National Forest Campground
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 Temperance River National Forest Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperance River | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Temperance River Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Toohey Lake Rustic Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Toohey Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Toohey Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Temperance River National Forest Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 705 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi River Near Ely | 1,040 cfs | → |
| South Kawishiwi R Abv White Iron Lake Nr Ely | 1,690 cfs | → |
| Basswood River Near Winton | 5,220 cfs | → |
| Pigeon River At Middle Falls Nr Grand Portage Mn | 1,950 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Temperance River National Forest Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Tofte 4.9 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tofte 0.8 Wsw | 6.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tofte 0.9 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Grand Marais 4.4 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Marais 4.4 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grand Marias Water Treatment Plant | 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
- Pat Bayle State Forest
- Ray Berglund State Wayside
- Temperance River State Park
- Cascade River State Park
- Caribou Falls State Wayside
- Lake Isabella State Forest
Boat launches
- The Grade Cook County
- Cook County
- Barker Lake Trail Cook County
- Cliffhouse Road 670, Cook County
- Windy Lake Boat Landing Lake County
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Bwcaw Boundary To Confluence With Plouff Creek
- North Temperance Lake In T63n, R4w To Bwcaw Boundary In T62n, R4w
- Confluence With Plouff Creek To Lake Superior In T59n, R4w
- Horshoe Lake In T64n, R1w To Bwcaw Boundary
- Bwcaw Boundary To Forest Boundary In T62n, R2e
- Forest Boundary To Lake Superior In T62n, R3e
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 Temperance River National Forest Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Temperance River National Forest Campground
Can I make reservations at Temperance River National Forest Campground?
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 Temperance River National Forest Campground?
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 Temperance River National Forest Campground.