Airport Flat Campground campground
Airport Flat Campground
Reservations are accepted at Airport Flat Campground, ensuring campers can secure a spot in advance. This is especially recommended during peak seasons when the campground tends to get busy. The best time of year to visit is typically during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild, and the campground is less crowded.
While camping at Airport Flat Campground, there are a few important things to be cautious of. Firstly, campers should be mindful of wildlife in the area and take proper precautions to store food securely. Additionally, it is important to be aware of fire regulations and follow all guidelines to prevent accidental wildfires. Lastly, campers should ensure they leave no trace by properly disposing of their waste and respecting the natural surroundings.
In summary, Airport Flat Campground in California offers a range of amenities including restrooms, picnic tables, and fire pits. Reservations are accepted, and the campground is best visited during the spring and fall seasons. Campers should be cautious of wildlife, adhere to fire regulations, and practice Leave No Trace principles during their stay.
What's on-site at Airport Flat 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 Airport Flat Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airport Flat | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Gerle Creek | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Gerle Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Loon Lake Chalet | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Loon Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Airport Flat Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot C Ab Stumpy Meadows Res Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Blackwood C Nr Tahoe City Ca | 87 cfs | → |
| General C Nr Meeks Bay Ca | 16 cfs | → |
| Pilot C Bl Mutton Canyon Nr Georgetown Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| Ward C At Hwy 89 Nr Tahoe Pines Ca | 53 cfs | → |
| Truckee R A Tahoe City Ca | 352 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Airport Flat Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Rubicon #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Ward Creek #3 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Rubicon #2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ward Creek #3 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Alpine Meadows-Base | 9.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Tahoma .5 S | 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
- Granite Chief Wilderness
- Ed Z'Berg Sugar Pine Point State Park
- Dl Bliss State Park
- Emerald Bay State Park
- Tahoe State Recreation Area
- Wilderness Snow Mountain
Boat launches
- Dry Lakes Trail El Dorado County
- Ice House Road El Dorado County
- Mosquito Ridge Rd, California
- Junction Boat Ramp Road El Dorado County
- Poho Ridge El Dorado County
- Forebay Road El Dorado County
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 Airport Flat Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Airport Flat Campground
Can I make reservations at Airport Flat 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 Airport Flat 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 Airport Flat Campground.