Upper San Juan Campground campground
Upper San Juan Campground
The Upper San Juan Campground features amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. This campground is first-come, first-served, and has 20 campsites available. An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears and mountain lions, so visitors should take necessary precautions to stay safe.
The best time of year to visit the Upper San Juan Campground is during the summer months, from June to September. During this time, the average temperatures range from the mid-70s during the day to the mid-40s at night, making it comfortable for camping. Overall, the Upper San Juan Campground is a great place to get away from the city and enjoy the beauty of nature.
What's on-site at Upper San Juan 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 Upper San Juan Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper San Juan | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| El Cariso | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| El Cariso Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Blue Jay Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Blue Jay | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper San Juan Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Jacinto R Nr Elsinore Ca | 1 cfs | → |
| San Mateo C Nr San Clemente Ca | 166 cfs | → |
| Temescal C A Corona Lk Nr Corona Ca | · | → |
| Salt C A Murrieta Rd Nr Sun City Ca | · | → |
| De Luz C Nr De Luz Ca | · | → |
| Cristianitos C Ab San Mateo C Nr San Clemente Ca | · | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper San Juan Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escondido 0.5 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lake Arrowhead 1.5 Se | 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.
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 Upper San Juan Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper San Juan Campground
Can I make reservations at Upper San Juan 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 Upper San Juan 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 Upper San Juan Campground.