Barrett Cove Rec Area campground
Barrett Cove Rec Area
The campground provides various amenities, including picnic tables, barbecue grills, and fire rings at each campsite, perfect for enjoying a meal outdoors or roasting marshmallows. The area also features clean and well-maintained restroom facilities with hot showers, ensuring a pleasant stay. Additionally, there is a convenient marina nearby, allowing campers to indulge in boating, fishing, and other water activities.
Reservations are accepted at Barrett Cove Recreation Area, ensuring you have a guaranteed spot during your visit. It is advisable to make reservations in advance, especially during peak seasons, as this campground tends to be popular among campers.
The best time to visit Barrett Cove is during the spring and fall seasons when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers can be hot, so it is recommended to bring plenty of water and sunscreen. While exploring the area, campers should be cautious of snakes and other wildlife, maintaining a safe distance and respecting their habitat. It is also important to keep food properly stored to prevent attracting animals. Overall, Barrett Cove Recreation Area offers a wonderful camping experience with its amenities, beautiful surroundings, and opportunities for outdoor activities.
What's on-site at Barrett Cove Rec 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 Barrett Cove Rec Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcclure Point Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Horseshoe Bend Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Fleming Meadow - Don Pedro Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lake Mcswain Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Bagby Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Barrett Cove Rec Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Turlock Cn Nr La Grange Ca | 1,490 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Bl Lagrange Dam Nr Lagrange Ca | 182 cfs | → |
| Modesto Cn Nr La Grange Ca | 606 cfs | → |
| Big C Ab Whites Gulch Nr Groveland Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| Tuolumne R Bl Early Intake Nr Mather Ca | 1,830 cfs | → |
| Cherry C Bl Dion R Holm Ph | 1,310 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Barrett Cove Rec Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groveland 2 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Knights Ferry 5.2 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ahwahnee 2.5 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Lower Kibbie | 1.3 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Nohrsc White Wolf Raws | 0.6 in | 0.4 in | → |
| Nohrsc Paradise Meadow | 208.3 in | 83.9 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
- Turlock Lake State Recreation Area
- Stanislaus National Forest
- Yosemite Lake County Park
- Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
- Bob Carpenter Park
- Heaven For Kids Rotary Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Clavey River From Cottonwood Road To Confluence With Tuolumne
- Confluence With Middle Fork Tuolumne River To Confluence With Tuolumne River
- Clavey River From 3n01 To Cottonwood Road
- Clavey River At Confluence Of Bell And Lily Creeks To 3n01
- Confluence With North Fork And Middle Fork Stanislaus To Clark Flat
- Sandbar To Confluence With North Fork Stanislaus River
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 Barrett Cove Rec Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Barrett Cove Rec Area
Can I make reservations at Barrett Cove Rec 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 Barrett Cove Rec 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 Barrett Cove Rec Area.