Topaz Lake campground
Topaz Lake
There are several nearby points of interest, including the Topaz Lake Park, which offers a playground, picnic area, and beach area, and the Topaz Lake Wildlife Refuge, which is home to a diverse range of wildlife species, including bald eagles, ospreys, and mule deer.
The campground provides several amenities, including a boat ramp, showers, restrooms, and drinking water. The campground is available on a first-come-first-serve basis, and there are a total of 15 campsites available.
An interesting fact about Topaz Lake is that it was created by a landslide that blocked the West Walker River in the early 1900s. The lake is named after the Topaz Mountains, which are located in the area.
The best time to visit Topaz Lake is during the summer months when temperatures average around 75-80°F during the day and 45-50°F at night. However, visitors should be aware that the area can experience sudden weather changes and thunderstorms during the summer months.
What's on-site at Topaz Lake
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 Topaz Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Creek | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Desert Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Centerville Flat | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Centerville Flat Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Centerville Flat Dispersed Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Topaz Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| W Walker R At Hoye Bridge Nr Wellington | 385 cfs | → |
| Aspen C Abv Leviathan Mine Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Bryant C Bl Mountaineer C Nr Markleeville Ca | 3 cfs | → |
| Aspen C Overburden Seep Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Leviathan C Ab Mine Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Leviathan Mine Adit Drain Nr Markleeville Ca | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Topaz Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monitor Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Monitor Pass | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Poison Flat | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Poison Flat | 3.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Spratt Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Spratt Creek | 1.0 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
- Topaz Lake Park
- Heenan Lake Wildlife Area
- Wildlife Area Slinkard / Little Antelope
- Wilderness Carson-Iceberg
- Grover Hot Springs State Park
- Ranchos Birch Park
Boat launches
- Topaz Park Road Douglas County
- Summit Lake Trail Alpine County
- Indian Creek Camp Ground Day Use Area
Fishing spots
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 Topaz Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Topaz Lake
Can I make reservations at Topaz Lake?
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 Topaz Lake?
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 Topaz Lake.