Uvas Canyon County Park campground
Uvas Canyon County Park
There are several nearby points of interest that visitors to the area can explore, such as the nearby wineries, the Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The campground amenities include restrooms and showers, picnic tables, fire pits, and drinking water. The campsite is open year-round for visitors, and reservations are recommended as campsites are limited in number.
There are a total of 25 campsites available at the park, and each site can accommodate up to eight people. An interesting fact about the park is that it is home to a rare species of newt called the California newt, which can be found in the park's streams and waterfalls.
The best time of year to visit the Uvas Canyon County Park Camping Area is during the spring and fall months when the temperatures are mild, ranging from the mid-60s to low 80s. The summer months can be hot, with temperatures reaching into the high 90s. Overall, Uvas Canyon County Park Camping Area is an ideal destination for anyone seeking a peaceful and scenic camping experience in California.
What's on-site at Uvas Canyon County Park
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 Uvas Canyon County Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Loma (Future Farmers Of America) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| West Ridge Trail Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| West Deer Pen Youth Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Arrowhead Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Manzanita Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Uvas Canyon County Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Corralitos C A Freedom Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| Soquel C A Soquel Ca | 16 cfs | → |
| Coyote C Bl Coyote Res Nr San Martin Ca | 7 cfs | → |
| San Lorenzo R A Santa Cruz Ca | 49 cfs | → |
| San Lorenzo R A Big Trees Ca | 49 cfs | → |
| Llagas C Nr Gilroy | 12 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Uvas Canyon County Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Moon Bay 0.5 Ssw | 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
- Almaden Quicksilver Park
- Chesbro Reservoir Park
- Calero Reservoir County Park
- Uvas Reservoir Park
- Aldridge Lane Park
- Mount Madonna County Park
⚓ Boat launches
- Uvas Road 15000-15208, Morgan Hill
- Oak Glen Avenue 17655, Morgan Hill
- Mckean Road 22707-22725, San Jose
- Pinto Lake City Park
- Rountree Lane Santa Cruz County
- Coyote Lake Road 10700-12746, Gilroy
🎣 Fishing spots
More fishing →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 Uvas Canyon County Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Uvas Canyon County Park
Can I make reservations at Uvas Canyon County Park?
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 Uvas Canyon County Park?
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 Uvas Canyon County Park.