Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr campground
Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr
Reservations are accepted at Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr camping area, providing campers with the flexibility to plan their trips in advance. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, as the campground can fill up quickly.
The best time of year to visit this camping area is during the spring or fall when the weather is milder. Summers can be hot, reaching high temperatures, so it's important to come prepared with adequate sun protection and plenty of water. The reservoir offers opportunities for fishing and boating, making it an ideal spot for water enthusiasts. However, visitors should be cautious of rattlesnakes in the area and take necessary precautions while exploring the surrounding nature trails.
In summary, Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr camping area provides a range of amenities such as restrooms, picnic tables, fire rings, and BBQ grills. Reservations are accepted, and the best time to visit is during the spring or fall. Visitors can enjoy fishing and boating in the reservoir, but should be cautious of rattlesnakes and keep safety precautions in mind.
What's on-site at Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr
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 Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orland Buttes - Black Butte Lake | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Brownell Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Upper Nye Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| River Spot | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| East Park Reservoir - Usbr | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nf Cache C A Hough Spring Nr Clearlake Oaks Ca | 31 cfs | → |
| Elder C Nr Paskenta Ca | 27 cfs | → |
| Nf Cache C Nr Clearlake Oaks Ca | 236 cfs | → |
| Sacramento R A Colusa Ca | 7,390 cfs | → |
| Ef Russian R Nr Calpella Ca | 40 cfs | → |
| Mill C Nr Los Molinos Ca | 240 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
- Black Butte Lake
- Jensen Park
- Simpson Finnell Community Park
- Spence Park
- Vinsonhaler Park
- Delevan National Wildlife Refuge
Fishing spots
- Black Butte Lake
- East Park Reservoir
- Lake Pillsbury
- Clear Lake (Lake Cty)
- Butte Creek
- Lake Mendocino
Paddle runs
- Headwaters In Sec 28, T18n, R8w To One-Third Mile Beyond Snow Mt. Wilderness Boundary At Private Property Boundary Near Paradise Creek
- Road 24n01 Crossing At The "Slab" To Nf Boundary
- Private Land In Sec 1, T21n, R9w To Confluence Of Cold Creek And Black Butte River
- Elk Creek
- North Fork Cache Creek
- Deep Hole Creek
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 Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr
Can I make reservations at Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr?
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 Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - Usbr?
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.
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